J3518b - Business Development Director, Mid Corporates - UK, South East England / Southern Engl[...]

New Leaf Search Ltd.; England; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Business Development Director to manage and grow client relationships in the Asset Finance sector. This role involves identifying new business opportunities and delivering tailored financial solutions to clients with turnovers between £25m and £100m. A successful candidate will possess a proven sales background, deep knowledge of Asset Finance products, and exceptional relationship management skills.

Benefits

Excellent bonus

Referral bonus of £500

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and business development.
• Extensive credit lending experience.
• Deep knowledge of Asset Finance products.
• Ability to originate and close high-value transactions.

Responsibilities

• Identify new prospects to drive growth.
• Foster relationships with existing clients.
• Deliver high-value Asset Finance transactions.
• Lead structuring of financial solutions.
• Cultivate relationships for effective delivery.

Skills

Sales expertise

Client relationship management

Credit analysis

Understanding of Asset Finance products

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

J3518b - Business Development Director, Mid Corporates - Asset Finance
UK: South East England / Southern England (Remote, covering Oxford → Portsmouth and South of M25 → Kent)
To £100,000 + excellent bonus & benefits

New Leaf Search has partnered with a leading UK-based financial services group in its search for a Business Development Director, Mid Corporates.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Development Director to join our client’s team. This role combines managing an existing portfolio with originating new business opportunities to drive growth. With a strong regional presence and industry profile, you’ll develop strategic relationships and deliver tailored Asset Finance solutions to Mid Corporate clients (£25m–£100m turnover), playing a crucial role in expanding the client base and delivering impactful financial solutions.

Key Accountabilities

• Identify new prospects to drive growth and expand the client base

• Foster strong relationships with existing clients to maximise Asset Finance opportunities

• Deliver high-value Asset Finance transactions, securing credit limits and tailored funding solutions

• Cultivate strong relationships with colleagues and introducers to ensure effective delivery

• Lead structuring of financial solutions and negotiate deals to successful close

Person Specification

• Proven track record in sales, business development, and client relationship management

• Extensive credit lending experience, with ability to analyse complex financials and present detailed credit reports

• Deep knowledge of Asset Finance products and structuring complex funding solutions

• Validated ability to originate, structure, and close high-value transactions

• Strong professional network to uncover and convert new business opportunities

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills and collaborative approach

• UK in-country experience is essential

Apply in confidence quoting J3518b

Referral Bonus: £500 if you recommend someone we place!