Managing Director Business Development

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking a Managing Director for Business Development, focusing on private equity coverage and M&A. The role involves identifying new opportunities, managing key accounts, and facilitating client engagement across international partners. Candidates should have a strong network in private equity and demonstrated success in similar sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven experience engaging with private equity deal teams or similar client bases.
• Background in consultancy, banking, or law.
• Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential new clients and re-engage dormant accounts.
• Lead client relationship management across active and long-term projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of client work.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Networking

Client engagement

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Managing Director Business Development, slough

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Client:

Warner Scott Recruitment

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Managing Director - Business Development – Private Equity Coverage and M&A

Our client, a global advisory firm, is seeking a driven professional to join its Business Development team. This client-facing role is central to identifying new opportunities, managing key accounts, and supporting the growth of both new and repeat business.

The Company

A leading advisory firm specialising in risk advisory with global footprint headquarted in London. Their work supports high-stakes decision-making across deals, partnerships, and complex legal or regulatory challenges. Clients include private equity firms, M&A houses, corporates, and legal teams navigating transactional and strategic risks in global markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential new clients; re-engage dormant accounts.
• Lead client relationship management across active and long-term projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the successful delivery of client work.
• Actively support the development and execution of business development initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience engaging with private equity deal teams or similar client bases.
• Background in consultancy, banking, or law.
• Strong network within Private Equity, M&A houses and the wider investment community
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.
• Self-starter with the ability to work across international teams.

Location: London-based, with flexibility to work with global clients.