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Senior Business Development Manager

PKF-Francis Clark Chartered accountants & business advisers
Nottinghamshire
2 months ago
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In a nutshell

Step into a transformative role where you can leave your mark by shaping and building the firm's business development expertise from the ground up. Take charge of relationship-building strategies and directly contribute to driving growth and success.


Be part of a dynamic, commercially driven team that celebrates strategic thinking and impactful achievements. Collaborate closely with senior management, gaining invaluable exposure and influence.


This is your chance to embrace an exciting career move that promises both personal and professional rewards.


What you'll be doing day to day

Shape and build: develop and implement BD processes and systems


Influence and impact: drive relationship-building strategies and make a significant impact on new and existing opportunities
Collaborate and connect: work with audit, business advisory, tax and corporate finance experts to identify new opportunities
Manage pipeline: oversee the business development pipeline and qualify leads
Run campaigns: execute BD and sector campaigns to secure meetings with prospects
Client stewardship: oversee a portfolio of key clients, ensuring their needs are met and relationships are strong
Train and mentor: develop individual career paths within your team of four BD/marketing executives, fostering professional growth and advancement. Provide training, coaching and mentorship to enhance colleagues' skills
Craft proposals: develop compelling proposals and impactful pitch presentations. Influence pricing and propositions
CRM management: use the CRM system to update contact details, track activities and report successes
Chair meetings: lead business development meetings with multidisciplinary teams
Network: attend external events and represent the firm

About you

You’ll have considerable experience in business development with a portion of time spent in the professional services industry


Possess exceptional communication and influencing skills
Have the ability to connect quickly, coach teams and network effectively
Possess strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing people
Be confident in building relationships
Have the ability to juggle multiple tasks and perform well under pressure
Be keen to work in a collaborative environment
Have a full driving licence and own transport

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