Regional Business Development Manager

Intoloop; Reading; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive finance firm is seeking a Regional Business Development Manager to cover the Midlands to South of the UK. This field-based role involves identifying and developing opportunities in various channels while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business development within the automotive sector and possess strong relationship-building skills. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a company car scheme and a quarterly incentive bonus.

Benefits

25 days holiday (increasing with service)

Pension scheme (3% employee / 6% employer contributions)

Family Bupa healthcare plan

Company car scheme or car allowance

Quarterly incentive bonus

Qualifications

• Proven track record of Business Development within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive finance.
• Exceptional relationship‑building and negotiation skills.
• High level of numeracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to change.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and grow business opportunities across various channels.
• Build relationships with dealers and brokers to negotiate partnerships.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and align growth strategies.
• Report performance data and market insights to the National BDM.
• Ensure compliance with FCA/OFT rules and maintain ethical practices.
• Travel with partners and attend networking events.

Skills

Business Development

Automotive finance

Relationship building

Negotiation skills

Job description

Automotive Finance

Location: Field-based - covering the Midlands to South of the UK.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Regional Business Development Manager to identify, develop, and grow business opportunities across multiple channels, including motor, motorcycle, leisure, value-added products, and broker networks. This is a field-based role with occasional overnight stays and the opportunity to take on national responsibilities for specific development projects. You'll work closely with the National Business Development Manager, Zone Managers, and Marketing teams to deliver measurable growth while upholding our values and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Find new opportunities – research and approach new dealers, brokers, and product channels (cars, bikes, leisure vehicles, VAPS).
• Build relationships – meet with dealers, manufacturers, and brokers to negotiate partnerships and grow volumes.
• Work on projects – join cross‑functional initiatives, coordinate with Marketing and Zone Managers, and align regional growth with national strategy.
• Report and update – share performance data, market insights, and progress with the National BDM; occasionally represent them at events.
• Ensure compliance – follow FCA/OFT rules, coach dealer partners on quality standards, and maintain ethical practices.
• Travel in‑region – visit partners, attend networking events, and spot new growth opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Proven track record of Business Development within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of automotive finance.
• Exceptional relationship‑building and board‑level negotiation skills.
• High level of numeracy, attention to detail, and organisational ability.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly to change.

Benefits (including contractual and non‑contractual)

• 25 days holiday (rising to 30 with length of service) plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme (3% employee / 6% employer contributions).
• Family Bupa healthcare plan.
• Simply Health cash plan.
• Company car scheme or car allowance.
• Quarterly incentive bonus.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Option to buy/sell holidays.
• Access to a range of employee discounts and assistance programmes.

Application

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you – please apply with an up‑to‑date CV and we will be in touch to discuss your application further.