Role: Business Development Manager
Location: London (near St Pauls)/Hybrid
Hours: Full time Monday - Friday
Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience plus commission
We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our clients, client base and market reach. This is a hands-on role focused on identifying, approaching, and converting new business opportunities in regulated and professional services sectors.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building pipelines from scratch, is comfortable in a consultative B2B sales environment, and enjoys working closely with a small, collaborative team to shape and grow a purpose-led business.
What’s in it for you?
Hybrid work policy
Company pension scheme
Huge range of discounts, a Healthcare cash plan, wellness programme, and more
Private Healthcare
Life Insurance
25 days annual leave rising to 30 based on service plus bank holidays.
What will you be doing in the role?
Lead Generation & Outreach
Identify and build a pipeline of prospective clients (SPVs, bond issuers, regulated entities)
Conduct outreach via email, LinkedIn, referrals, and networking
Qualify leads, book meetings, and manage the sales funnel
Relationship Building
Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers
Identify partnership opportunities with legal firms, advisors, and sector associations
Sales Process Management
Conduct discovery meetings and communicate ABS’s value proposition
Work with internal teams to shape client proposals
Track progress in the CRM system and generate reports
Market & Competitor Research
Analyse market trends and identify new sectors or regions for expansion
Monitor competitor activity and adjust positioning accordingly
Collaboration & Reporting
Work closely with departments to align business development efforts.
Prepare regular reports on sales performance, forecasts, and market feedback.
What we would like from you:
Proven success in B2B business development or sales
Experience in financial services, professional services, legal, or compliance-related sectors
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Self-starter who is target-driven and comfortable working autonomously
If you are interested in this role, please apply below with your most recent CV.
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