Business Development Director

The Place To Be  are proud to be working exclusively with a growing agency to appoint a Business Development Specialist.

2026 is already shaping up to be a huge year. With strong existing client relationships, an ambitious MD at the helm. They work with recognised global brands (the kind everyone knows), delivering high-impact work that genuinely moves the needle. The foundations are solid. The reputation is strong. Now they want someone who can open doors, elevate conversations and turn opportunity into long‑term, meaningful partnerships.

This is a true 360 growth role. You’ll work closely with the MD as a key partner in driving new business, building relationships, getting out to see clients, spotting opportunity and converting it.

This isn’t a “sit behind a screen and send emails” role. It’s visible, proactive and relationship‑led.

• Owning and building your own pipeline (with lead gen support where needed)
• Managing the full sales cycle — from first intro through to signed contract
• Getting out and about to meet clients, attend events and build genuine connections
• Leading pitches and shaping compelling, commercially strong pitch decks
  
  Sold not just services, but the agency’s strategic partnership and client experience
• Working closely with Heads of Department to ensure every opportunity lands both creatively and commercially
• Navigating larger brand environments and more complex buying cycles

You’ll have the autonomy to make things happen, but also the backing of an MD who genuinely values growth and relationships.

To be considered for this Business Development role, you'll understand agencies. You speak the language. You know how creative, strategy and delivery come together and how to sell that story with credibility. You might have started your career within an agency environment, or you’ve spent the last 3–5 years in a BD/Growth role within one.

• Have 3–5 years’ solid BD / Growth experience
• Have marketing or creative agency experience (essential)
• Have managed and grown your own pipeline
• Are confident pitching in person and virtually
• Love being out meeting people and building long‑term relationships
• Thrive in a growth environment and get a genuine buzz from winning
• Experience working with, or pitching into, larger well‑known or global brands would be a real advantage.

This is an opportunity to join an agency at a pivotal growth stage, working shoulder to shoulder with the MD, where your impact will be visible, valued and properly rewarded.