Senior Business Development Manager

We are working with a leading international professional services organisation that is investing in the continued growth of its private client division. As part of an exciting period of expansion, our client is seeking an experienced Private Client Business Development Senior Manager to help shape commercial strategy, strengthen key relationships and drive long-term growth across an established global practice. This is a highly visible position offering genuine influence, strategic responsibility and the opportunity to work with senior stakeholders across an international business.

This role will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering strategic business development initiatives, building trusted relationships across the private client market and identifying opportunities that support sustainable business growth.

• Develop and deliver strategic business development plans aligned with commercial objectives.
• Build and strengthen relationships with intermediaries, referrers and key stakeholders.
• Identify new business opportunities through networking, market analysis and relationship management.
• Collaborate with marketing and operational teams to deliver integrated campaigns and business initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity and client insights to support future growth strategies.

• Proven business development or client development experience within legal or professional services.
• Strong understanding of relationship-led business development and private client markets.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing multiple strategic projects within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, writing and commercial decision-making abilities.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced business development professional who enjoys building meaningful relationships, influencing strategic decisions and working alongside senior leaders within a collaborative international environment. You'll have the autonomy to shape initiatives while benefiting from the support and resources of a globally recognised professional services business.

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all employees and job applicants. In line with the Equality Act 2010, we strive to create and maintain a working environment in which everyone is able to make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.