Are you a strategic rainmaker with deep roots in the hedge funds realm? I am currently seeking a Senior Director of Business Development to spearhead commercial growth within a global financial services firm. This is a high-impact role for a senior professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds trusted client relationships, and has a proven ability to drive revenue in the corporate services space. Key Responsibilities: Drive new business origination with hedge fund managers across Europe, focusing on long-term relationship development Manage full sales cycle, from initial engagement to contract close, using strategic account planning Build trusted partnerships with key stakeholders and operational leads Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams Promote the full suite of offerings: fund administration, middle office services, ESG reporting, and regulatory compliance Leverage Salesforce CRM for pipeline management, data accuracy, and sales performance tracking Work closely with SDRs and analytics teams to identify opportunities and accelerate market expansion Provide market insights and competitive intelligence to inform both sales strategies and product development What You Bring: Brings 7 years of sales expertise within fund services, with a strong concentration in the hedge fund industry Solid grasp of hedge fund operating models, and awareness of key regulatory frameworks Experienced in managing lengthy, consultative sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders Fluent in English, with French fluency considered a major asset for regional client engagement Demonstrates strong executive communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at the C-suite level Detail-oriented and process-driven, with a clear command of CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) to manage pipeline and reporting Willing to travel across European markets to support business development efforts