Business Development Manager

A fast-growing funding and financial solutions business helping SMEs access the finance they need to grow is looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to develop its presence across the South of England.

This is a relationship-led sales role focused on building and developing a network of introducers, brokers, accountants and professional partners who can refer funding opportunities.

You'll be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing key relationships and supporting clients throughout the funding journey. Working closely with internal teams and an extensive lender panel, you'll help businesses secure the right funding solutions while driving revenue growth across your region.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in commercial finance, business lending, recruitment funding, asset finance, invoice finance or a related sector who is looking to join an ambitious, fast-growing business with genuine career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and develop a network of brokers, introducers, accountants and strategic partners across the South of England.
• Generate new funding opportunities through proactive, relationship-led business development.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to completion.
• Attend client meetings, networking events and industry conferences to grow your network and identify new opportunities.
• Understand clients' funding requirements and recommend appropriate funding solutions.
• Work closely with lenders and internal stakeholders to progress opportunities efficiently.
• Maintain accurate pipeline and activity records within the CRM system.
• Deliver against agreed revenue and activity targets.
• Act as a professional ambassador for the business within the commercial finance market.

About You

We're keen to speak with individuals who have:

• Experience within commercial finance, business lending, invoice finance, recruitment funding, asset finance, banking or a related sector.
• A proven track record in business development, account management or relationship management.
• Existing relationships with brokers, introducers, accountants or other professional service networks (desirable).
• Strong commercial awareness and a consultative approach to sales.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work independently while effectively managing a regional territory.
• A genuine passion for helping businesses access funding and achieve their growth ambitions.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive basic salary with an attractive bonus structure.
• Flexible, field-based role covering the South of England.
• Support from an experienced and collaborative leadership team.
• Genuine opportunity to build and grow your own region.
• Excellent career progression within a fast-growing and ambitious business.
• Company pension and additional benefits package.

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