K3522 – Business Development Director, Hard Assets – UK, Thames Valley / South East (Hybrid) – [...]

New Leaf Search Ltd.; Hertsmere; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational asset finance company seeks a Business Development Director to drive growth and diversification. This hybrid role requires extensive B2B business development experience in asset finance. Key responsibilities include developing strategic plans, pursuing new market opportunities, and delivering sales forecasts. Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of leasing, credit, and risk, with excellent negotiation skills.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Bonus

Referral scheme with £500 fee

Qualifications

• Extensive B2B business development experience within the financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of leasing, credit, and risk, including pricing and P&L awareness.
• Demonstrable ability to open new markets and build strategic client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the business and increase profitability.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities across multiple sectors.
• Track market trends and inform strategic direction.

Skills

B2B business development expertise

Commercial mindset

Negotiation and presentation skills

Leadership in competitive market

Understanding of leasing and credit

Proficiency with MS Office and digital tools

Job description

K3522 – Business Development Director, Hard Assets – UK, Thames Valley / South East (Hybrid) – Asset Finance

New Leaf Search is proud to be working in partnership with a leading multinational asset finance company to recruit a Business Development Director focused on Hard Assets.

This newly created role will play a central part in driving growth and diversification across the business. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing a robust business development strategy in alignment with the organisation’s ambitious plans.

You’ll bring proven B2B new business expertise in asset finance, a commercial mindset, and the ability to lead from the front in a highly competitive market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to grow the business and increase profitability
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities across multiple sectors
• Track market trends, monitor competitors, and inform strategic direction
• Work cross-functionally to support product development and launch
• Deliver accurate reporting and sales forecasting
• Drive local marketing initiatives, including LinkedIn campaigns
• Contribute to shaping business strategy and championing innovation

Experience / Skills:

• Extensive B2B business development experience within the financial services sector
• Strong understanding of leasing, credit, and risk, including pricing and P&L awareness
• Demonstrable ability to open new markets and build strategic client relationships
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and presentation skills
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Skilled in leading by example and holding others to high standards
• Proficient with MS Office and digital tools to support data-led decision-making

Location: UK, Thames Valley / South East – Hybrid
Excellent Salary, Bonus & Benefits

We are seeking candidates with in-country experience in asset finance or leasing. Applications without this will not be considered.

Apply in confidence

Referral Scheme: Know someone ideal for this role? You could earn a £500 referral fee.