Head of Business Development

An influential role – This is a senior role with real ownership. You’ll shape how Ampa grows – in the market, through our brands and alongside our people – helping turn ambition into practical, commercial action.

• Close partnership with leaders across the Group – You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders and brand leaders, building strong relationships and ensuring our business development activity is aligned, focused and effective.
• The chance to lead and develop others – You’ll lead a talented business development team, creating the environment, clarity and support they need to do their best work and grow in their careers.

You’ll act as a commercial ambassador for the Group, working closely with leaders across Ampa to bring the full strength of our offering to market. With a clear view of our priorities and a strong understanding of the market, you’ll help ensure our growth is thoughtful, aligned and sustainable.

• Represent Ampa confidently and credibly in the market.
• Identify, develop and help convert high-value opportunities.
• Build a strong, forward-looking pipeline aligned to Group and brand strategy.
• Stay close to market trends, client needs and competitor activity.
• Shape clear, persuasive proposals and business cases.

• Develop strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders.
• Work in close partnership with brand leaders across the Group.
• Bring clarity and consistency to how we show up commercially.

• Translate Group goals into clear, workable commercial plans.
• Partner with marketing on go-to-market activity and campaigns.
• Keep commercial priorities and growth targets front of mind.

• Lead, support and develop a high-performing business development team.
• Create a culture of accountability, learning and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching, feedback and clear development pathways.
• Encourage collaboration across teams and brands.

• Collaborate closely with marketing, finance, operations and brand teams.
• Support pitches, pricing approaches and client journeys.
• Spot and champion opportunities that bring different parts of Ampa together.

• Senior business development or commercial leadership experience.
• Strong commercial judgement and a track record of driving growth.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• The ability to communicate commercial priorities clearly and confidently.
• Comfort working in a collaborative, multi-brand environment.

• Commercially minded and strategically focused.
• People-centred, with a genuine interest in developing others.
• Trusted, approachable and highly relational.
• Curious, proactive and opportunity-focused.
• Motivated by collaboration and shared success.

Ampa Group is the name behind leading brands like Shakespeare Martineau, Lime Solicitors, Mayo Wynne Baxter, Marrons and more. We bring them together through shared culture, infrastructure and career opportunities – giving our people the freedom to grow, explore and make an impact across a family of ambitious brands.

We believe in the power of &. Corporate & human, purposeful & profitable, ambitious & inclusive. With empowered working, genuine flexibility, and award-winning development, we back our people to do their best work in the way that works for them.

You’ll find real collaboration here, not just words. Access to multi-brand experiences, diverse expertise, modern tech, and a culture that encourages you to think boldly, be yourself, and shape a career that excites you.

Ready to unlock your potential for good? Join Ampa Group and be part of what comes next.