Business Development Director – Private Equity & Real Estate
Fairmont Crest Executive Recruitment has been appointed to lead the search for an exceptional Business Development Director on behalf of a high-growth professional services firm operating within the Private Equity and Real Estate markets.
This is a senior, client-facing role for a highly credible professional from a Big 4 or leading consultancy background, with an established network and proven success in originating and growing advisory relationships at the highest level.
The Role
* Originate, develop and grow advisory mandates across PE and Real Estate clients
* Leverage an established personal network to generate new business and cross-sell services
* Act as a trusted adviser to PE houses, funds, investors and senior real estate stakeholders
* Work closely with internal delivery teams to shape propositions and win complex engagements
* Represent the firm at senior-level meetings, industry events and within the wider market
* Contribute directly to the firm’s market positioning and long-term growth strategy
The Person
* A background in a Big 4 firm or top-tier consultancy (or equivalent)
* Deep experience working with Private Equity and/or Real Estate clients
* A demonstrable and established network of senior PE and Real Estate relationships
* Strong commercial instincts and a proven track record of revenue generation
* Gravitas and credibility with Boards, Partners, Investment Committees and C-suite clients
* An entrepreneurial mindset and comfort operating with a high degree of autonomy
* Likely operating at Partner, Director or Senior Director level (or equivalent)
Why Join?
* The chance to build and shape a high-impact client portfolio
* Significant autonomy and influence
* A competitive reward structure aligned to performance and growth
* A role combining relationships, influence and commercial impact at senior market level