Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location: Leeds Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid 50,000- 60,000

Are you a commercially driven Business Development Manager with experience in professional services? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading firm and play a key role in driving growth across advisory services and key industry sectors.

You'll work closely with senior leaders to identify opportunities, strengthen client relationships, and implement strategic business development initiatives. From market research to targeted campaigns, bid support, and sector profiling, you'll help shape and execute plans that drive revenue and growth.

• Identify and develop growth opportunities within advisory services and key sectors
• Build relationships with clients, industry bodies, and referral networks
• Collaborate on marketing campaigns, thought leadership, and profile-raising activities
• Support bid development, pitches, and cross-sector initiatives
• Provide market insights and performance reports to inform strategic decisions
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development projects

• Experience in business development within professional services (legal sector experience is a plus)
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to translate trends into opportunities
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing skills with experience in marketing and client communications

• Work on high-profile projects in a collaborative, forward-thinking team
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
• Clear opportunities for career growth and development

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