Business Development Director

Business Development Director – South West

S&W City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest‑growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.

This role, for a commercially strong Business Development Director, will be responsible for the management of strategic and operational sales and business development activities in respect of the South West Region (primarily Bristol and surrounding area). You will be responsible for driving sales activity and business growth, originating new opportunities, and developing strategic partnerships to expand our market presence.

• Originate new business opportunities with prospective clients in the region
• Identify and research target clients to drive pipeline development and conversion
• Manage and drive the sales process to convert prospects into new clients
• Meet with prospects regularly and use this interaction to improve the firm’s brand, relationships and identify opportunities
• Work with relevant teams and partners in the region to develop winning proposals that speak to the client’s needs and objectives
• Manage information including conversion rates, key targets, pipeline management, KPIs and trend information
• Drive progress on regional strategy

Commercial experience in business development, a proven record of sales growth, and strong relationship‑building skills are essential. Candidates should bring strategic thinking, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Generous holiday package
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. We are committed to providing a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected, supported, and able to achieve their full potential.

S&W is an equal opportunities employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or any other protected characteristic.