BD Manager

Job Title: Business Development Manager (Corporate) Location: Tunbridge Wells Job Overview: An experienced Business Development Manager is sought to join the corporate team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the growth of corporate services, which include corporate transactions, employment, commercial/tech, and commercial dispute resolution. This role is central to the ambitious growth strategy and will involve working closely with various departments to deliver a comprehensive and compelling offering for mid-market businesses, predominantly based in London and the South. Key Responsibilities: Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement the business development strategy for the corporate group.
• Collaborate with the BD&M team and key stakeholders to identify market opportunities and recommend new products or services.
• Monitor and report on the progress of the strategy to ensure effective delivery.

Lead Generation:

• Identify prospects, develop pursuit plans, and track progress through BD meetings and pipeline management.
• Develop and leverage relationships with intermediaries and key influencers in the sector.
• Manage all aspects of the tender process, from initial qualification to presentation rehearsals and debriefs.

Client Relationship Management:

• Develop account plans for key clients and intermediaries to drive growth.
• Work closely with partners to implement and monitor key account initiatives.
• Conduct client relationship reviews and feed outcomes back into account plans.

Profile Raising:

• Develop and implement multi-channel thought leadership campaigns targeting key audiences.
• Ensure effective use of all communication channels, including website, email marketing, media/PR, events, and sponsorships.
• Support the business in preparing directory and award submissions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience at Senior Executive or Manager level in a Business Development role within a professional services environment, with operational responsibility for business development activities.
• Proven experience in delivering multi-channel, lead-generating marketing campaigns.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise at all levels.
• Project management skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Preferably a graduate with a marketing or business studies qualification, such as the CIM postgraduate diploma or equivalent.

This firm offer a great career development and a lot of opportunity to work in a strategic way. You will work with a group of stakeholders who are very ambitious but also value the opportunity to have a Business Development professional in their team. The firm are known for their culture offering a flexible work approach to hybrid working and competitive salary.