Senior BD Executive

Carter Murray; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to drive strategic growth across the Northwest. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities and enhancing client engagement. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in business development within a professional services firm and possess strong market awareness and stakeholder engagement skills. This position offers a competitive salary and will report to the Senior Manager.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within a professional services setting.
• Strong ability to engage with stakeholders and assess market trends.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the firm's strategic growth plan.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Monitor market trends to inform lead generation.
• Represent the firm at networking events.

Skills

Business Development experience

Stakeholder engagement

Market awareness

Project management

Proficiency in CRM systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity to join a leading professional services firm seeking as a Senior Business Development Executive. This role will report into the Senior Manager, focusing on strategic growth across the Northwest. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will focus on identifying new business opportunities, driving campaigns, and enhancing client engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of the firm’s long-term strategic growth plan
• Identify and pursue new business and cross-selling opportunities across existing and prospective clients
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform lead generation
• Represent the firm at external networking events and share insights on market developments
• Build and maintain relationships with intermediaries and external networks to generate new leads
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to develop tailored client solutions
• Manage BD pipelines, including CRM updates and reporting
• Assist in planning and executing BD campaigns, seminars, webinars, and events
• Liaise with marketing, PR, and digital teams to ensure alignment and impact

Key Attributes Required:

• Proven Business Development experience in a professional services firm
• Strong market awareness and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic thinker with excellent project management abilities
• Proficient in CRM systems and digital tools

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