Business Development Manager - Midlands
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Permanent
£50,000 per annum DOE
Competitive OTE scheme; £500 per month car allowance
Field-based / Midlands but we can be flexible on location
About Us
At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed.
Our Purpose
To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human.
What You'll Be Doing:
Driving new business growth by identifying and securing partnerships across estate planning, IFA's, Will Writers, legal, financial, and related sectors.
Managing and developing partner relationships, ensuring high engagement and revenue growth through regular meetings and strategic collaboration.
Representing the company at events, meetings, and networking opportunities to promote services and generate leads and build solid relationships.
Collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and partner satisfaction.
Achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective account management, lead generation, and performance tracking.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for individuals with some of the following experience:
Field-based B2B Sales Experience
Account and/or Partner Relationship Management
CRM and Sales Pipeline Management (Hubspot desirable)
Event and Networking Engagement
Presenting to Professional Audiences
Professional Sales or Account Management Certification
Industry-specific knowledge or training in Legal or Financial Services
The type of person you'll be:
A strong communicator - clear, empathetic, and confident
A proactive, solutions-focused individual
A self-motivated high achiever driven to meet and exceed targets, with the initiative and determination to succeed without close supervision
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
A passion for making a difference in people's lives
What We Can Offer You
We believe in rewarding great work. For this role, we offer the following benefits:
£50,000 per annum D.O.E
Competitive OTE commission scheme
Car allowance
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Long Service Leave
Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments
Employee discounts across a range of products and services.
Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental & holiday buy.
Company pension scheme - matching up to 5%
Income protection insurance
Life assurance policy
Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation)
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Why Join Us
A supportive, people-first culture
Opportunities for growth and development
A chance to make a real impact during one of life's most challenging times
Flexible working options to suit your needs
Where You'll Be Working:
From home
On the road
Occasional visits required to our office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol BS1 3LG
Hiring Process - What to Expect
We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect:
Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted.
Initial chat - A call with Charlotte (HR and Talent Advisor) to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but we aim for it to be more conversational (30mins).
Interview - This is your competency-based interview with Simon Brand (Head of Sales), Charlotte (HR and Talent Advisor) and Paul Toghill (CEO) (up to 90mins).
Task or Presentation - A chance to showcase your skills. This will be part of your interview.
Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week.
Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that's for your interview or any part of the process, please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you
Ready to Apply
If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with an up-to-date CV and help us shape the future of estate administration.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience - nothing else.
We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do.
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If this opportunity excites you and you'd like to consider joining us, please apply today with your CV!
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