Business Development Lead

Overview

In this role you will create and lead an external business development division for an established benefits consultancy. You will have carte blanche to shape strategy, processes, and tooling to attract new clients and drive growth. You will align the division with the firm’s growth objectives and work cross-functionally to implement scalable approaches. This is a high-impact opportunity to leave a lasting imprint on the company’s client base and market approach.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run an external business development division
• Define growth strategy and target markets
• Establish sales processes and governance
• Identify and implement tools and systems to support BD
• Drive new client acquisition to support growth objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align with firm strategy

Key requirements

• proven track record in business development
• experience building new divisions or startups within consulting or professional services
• ability to generate new client opportunities
• strategic mindset
• strong communication and leadership

• entrepreneurial mindset
• strategic thinking
• communication
• collaboration
• initiative

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