Senior Business Development Executive – Engineering Division

Hamlyn Williams; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission structure

Clear progression pathway

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to expand their client base in engineering. The role requires building strategic partnerships and knowledge of technical roles in sectors like automation and life sciences. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of business development experience and excellent negotiation skills. Competitive salary and commission structure offered.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing high-value client accounts.
• Strong understanding of technical roles in regulated environments.
• Experience with Statement of Work or project-based service models is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic business development plan.
• Proactively identify and engage with new clients.
• Consult with clients to understand their technical hiring needs.
• Collaborate with delivery consultants to ensure successful role fulfillment.

Skills

Business development expertise

Client account management

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Technical knowledge in engineering

Education

3+ years of experience in business development

Job description

Senior Business Development Executive – Engineering Division

Senior Business Development Executive – Engineering Division

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About Us

At Hamlyn Williams, we specialize in providing top-tier recruitment solutions across highly regulated sectors. Our Engineering Division partners with leading organizations in pharmaceutical automation, biotech, medical devices, and industrial engineering, connecting them with world-class technical talent. We're seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to drive growth and deepen our footprint in this critical sector.

The Role

As a Senior Business Development Executive, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our client base, nurturing strategic partnerships, and positioning Hamlyn Williams as a go-to talent partner in the engineering space. You’ll leverage your commercial acumen and industry knowledge to identify opportunities, shape tailored recruitment solutions, and influence senior-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic business development plan focused on Engineering markets such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, automation, process controls, and life sciences.
• Proactively identify and engage with new clients within regulated industries, building strong, long-term relationships.
• Consult with clients to understand their technical hiring needs and design custom recruitment strategies (contingent, retained, SoWs, or project-based).
• Collaborate closely with delivery consultants to ensure successful fulfilment of roles and projects.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking sessions to maintain market visibility and intelligence.
• Drive commercial growth through upselling, cross-selling, and developing multi-site or international client accounts.
• Act as a market expert, providing insights on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity.

Required Experience & Skills

• 3+ years of experience in business development or recruitment within engineering, life sciences, pharma, or automation sectors.
• Proven track record of winning and managing high-value client accounts.
• Strong understanding of technical roles in regulated or manufacturing environments (e.g., automation engineers, validation, process engineering, CQV).
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to operate with autonomy, drive performance, and work collaboratively within a team.
• Experience working with Statement of Work (SOW) or project-based service models is a strong plus.
• Work in a high-growth, high-impact team within a global recruitment firm.
• Access to leading-edge training, tools, and market data to help you succeed.
• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Clear progression pathway into leadership or strategic account management roles.
• Supportive, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and innovation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Business Development, and Engineering

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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