Business Development Manager – Manchester

Blue Legal; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is looking for a Business Development Manager to join their team in South Africa, focusing on driving business growth within the Financial Services group. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development or marketing within a professional services environment and will be responsible for developing strategic plans, enhancing client relationships, and managing budgets. The role requires exceptional communication skills and an understanding of the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development within a professional services environment.
• Ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of business issues in the financial services sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute BD and marketing plans for the Financial Services sector.
• Strengthen relationships with priority clients and support Client Relationship Partners.
• Create and manage the annual BD budget.

Skills

Strategic planning

Budget management

Proposal writing

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Home Business Development Manager – Manchester

Business Development Manager – Manchester

Location: North West
Salary: Market Rate
Salary band: Market Rate
Contract type: Permanent
Date posted: 21/08/2024

A dynamic and forward-thinking UK law firm are seeking a Business Development Manager to join one of their UK offices. You will support the Financial Services group and will play a crucial role in driving the growth of the group, working closely with the Senior BDM. Responsibilities involve developing and implementing strategic BD plans, enhancing client relationships, and delivering targeted and impactful business development initiatives.

The Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute BD and marketing plans that align with and advance the Financial Services sector strategy.
• Lead efforts to strengthen relationships with priority clients, and support Client Relationship Partners in managing key client panels and frameworks.
• Create and manage the annual BD budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximise ROI and track the delivery of key objectives.
• Deliver strategic marketing initiatives, including thought leadership campaigns, market insights, PR opportunities, and events.
• Lead the creation of compelling proposals and pitches, working closely with the Bids team.
• Manage a pipeline of targets and use campaigns to generate new business leads.
• Act as a trusted advisor to partners and other stakeholders on all aspects of business development.

The Candidate:

• Experience in business development or marketing within a professional services environment is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budget management, and proposal writing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are crucial, and able to build credibility quickly with senior stakeholders.
• A deep understanding of the business issues impacting clients in the financial services sector, and interest in continuous learning and adapting to new challenges.

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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