Join us as a Relationship Development Director. In this role, you will be instrumental in shaping and executing Barclays' business strategy across the market. You'll take ownership of building and nurturing high-value relationships with clients, leveraging your established business network to identify growth opportunities and deliver strategic financial solutions. As a self-starter, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment, proactively engaging with internal and external stakeholders to drive business development and contribute to our corporate three-year growth plan. You'll work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to manage competing priorities and deliver tailored strategies that align with both market demands and Barclays' long-term objectives. This is a customer-facing role where your ability to influence, connect, and lead will be key to success. Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications: Strong business development experience. Proven track record of running a successful business strategy. Established business network within relevant markets. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities across internal and external communities. Desirable Skills/Preferred Qualifications: Recent exposure to target market sectors. Experience in commercial lending. Knowledge of international trade finance. You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as strategic thinking, business acumen, stakeholder management, and change leadership, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role is based in our Cambridge office. Purpose of the role To identify and seize business opportunities, expand the customer base, manage existing and new relationships, drive revenue growth, and establish and nurture profitable partnerships with corporate clients. This role serves as the bridge between the bank's offerings and clients' needs, ensuring mutual benefit and long-term success. Accountabilities Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, market trends, and customer needs, and develop strategies for business growth. Identify leads through networking, referrals, cold calling, and attending industry events. Develop and execute strategies to acquire new business and expand the customer base, including preparing proposals, presentations, and negotiating contracts. Collaborate with relationship teams, product managers, credit analysts, operations, and other internal stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of banking products and services to clients. Manage client relationships to understand their financial goals, challenges, and risk tolerance, and analyze data to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement. Research and understand the client's industry trends, regulatory landscape, and competitive environment to inform strategic recommendations. Design customized solutions that address the client's specific needs and objectives, incorporating a range of products and services from the bank's portfolio. Communicate the value proposition of proposed solutions, justify recommendations, and negotiate terms beneficial for both the client and the bank.