A leading European fund administration and trustee services provider is hiring a Senior Business Development Director to help drive the next phase of UK growth by originating new agency and trustee mandates.
This is a high-impact, front-office role for a senior BD professional with an established network across sponsors, funds, lenders and law firms, and deep experience in Loans agency and trustee services within syndicated lending.
Youll join a business known for its high-touch, relationship-driven model where transactions are overseen end-to-end by dedicated professionals, not passed between teams or offshored. With a growing footprint across major European financial centres, the firm offers genuine influence, visibility and long-term progression.
Why this opportunity stands out
* Play a pivotal role in shaping UK business development strategy for a growing European platform
* Leverage your existing client relationships to originate new mandates in agency and trustee services
* Work closely with senior stakeholders across London and continental Europe
* Enjoy flexible working and exposure to major industry conferences
* Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial, low-ego culture that values expertise, autonomy and long-term relationships
The role
As Senior Business Development Director, you will be responsible for expanding the firms UK presence through relationship-led origination and strategic market engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
Business Development & Market Engagement
* Originate new agency and trustee mandates through your established sponsor, fund and law firm network
* Execute a UK-focused BD strategy aligned with wider European growth plans
* Represent the firm at leading European conferences and industry events
Transaction & Internal Collaboration
* Work closely with transaction management and operations teams across multiple European offices
* Support complex loan closings and ongoing mandates, ensuring a consistently high client experience
* Stay close to market developments to identify new opportunities and areas for innovation
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
* Mentor and support a junior team member
* Participate in regular cross-border strategy discussions with senior leadership
* Provide structured pipeline updates and commercial insights to management
About you
Youre an established BD professional in syndicated lending, with a strong reputation and trusted client relationships.
You will bring:
* Proven business development experience within loan administration, trustee services or fund administration
* A demonstrable track record of originating mandates via sponsors and/or law firms
* Strong understanding of loan closing mechanics and transaction lifecycles
* The confidence to operate autonomously while collaborating across international teams
* Excellent relationship-building, communication and organisational skills
This role suits someone who wants visibility, influence and the chance to build something meaningful within a growing European platform without the bureaucracy of a large institution.
If youd like a confidential discussion, feel free to get in touch.
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