Job Description
Business Development Manager
Location: Cambridge (could consider Oxford or London)
Salary: Competitive + benefits
We are delighted to be partnering with a leading property consultancy firm who are looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager to join their team, ideally based in Cambridge, however they could also consider candidates located in Oxford or London.
This firm has a fantastic culture that is bold, innovative and forward thinking – they actively encourage their teams to challenge the status quo, and they have a supportive and inclusive culture that allows people to be themselves.
This is a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership to shape the firm's business development strategy and drive growth.
Role Overview:
As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in implementing the firms BD strategy, working closely with senior stakeholders to develop work winning strategies and client initiatives. This is a varied role that will require the successful candidate to work strategically and tactically. The remit includes:
* End to end management of high value pitch projects, from initial draft to post pitch feedback. Working closely with partners and fee earners to develop bespoke content, provide coaching and mentoring on client presentations and sharing lessons learnt post project.
* Undertaking extensive client and market research, sharing insights and key information to support client targeting initiatives.
* Coordinate client events.
* Analyse client relationships and identify cross-selling opportunities. Manage the key client programme.
* Provide direction, advice, and coaching to fee earners on business development activities and best practice.
Requirements:
* Educated to degree standard or equivalent.
* Experience in developing new business opportunities, gained in a professional services environment.
* Keen interest in the real estate sector.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of building relationships with stakeholders and clients.
* Ability to influence senior stakeholders.
* Strong planning and organisational skills.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary and customisable benefits package.
* Car allowance.
* Bonus scheme based on individual and company performance.
* Flexible work arrangement: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
Work Environment:
* Sociable and close-knit team.
* Approachable leadership with accessible senior partners.
* Good appetite for innovation and differentiation from competitors.
* Encourages a hands-on approach and values disrupting the status quo.
Career Development:
This role offers excellent career development opportunities, including tailored training programs and leadership mentoring. You will have the freedom, autonomy, and opportunities to influence and grow within the firm.
If this role isn't quite the right one for you, but you know someone who would excel in it, why not take advantage of our referral programme? We offer £300 of high street gift vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role.
Equal Opportunities:
As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the firms that thrive are those with the most diverse team; that's why we work so hard to source the best talent from the broadest pool possible. As an equal opportunities employer, we strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance.