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Business Development Manager - Finance

£35k - £40k per annum
Full-time

Job description

Business Development Manager - Finance

Join a growing consultancy helping UK businesses unlock innovation funding

We are partnering with an ambitious advisory firm specialising in R&D Tax Relief and Grant Funding solutions. Known for their ethical approach and technical expertise, they support organisations in securing valuable funding opportunities while maintaining the highest standards of compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to play a key role in the company's continued growth.

Salary & Benefits

  • £35,000 - £40,000 basic salary
  • Uncapped commission structure with realistic earnings exceeding £55,000 OTE
  • Performance-related bonuses based on qualified opportunities and revenue generation
  • Private healthcare scheme
  • Enhanced annual leave entitlement
  • Company pension contribution
  • Employee development and mentoring programmes
  • Financial wellbeing support
  • Team social events and incentives
  • Free onsite parking
  • Employee referral rewards

About the Company

This established innovation funding consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering compliant, high-quality funding solutions to businesses across the UK and Ireland. Their client-focused approach combines technical expertise with commercial understanding, enabling them to build long-term relationships with SME owners, directors, and senior leadership teams. As they continue to expand, they are seeking talented professionals who share their commitment to professionalism, integrity, and exceptional client service.

About You

  • Proven track record in B2B business development, sales, or account acquisition
  • Experience engaging with senior stakeholders and business decision-makers
  • Strong consultative sales approach with the ability to identify client needs
  • Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable working in a proactive sales environment
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Resilient and capable of maintaining momentum through the full sales cycle
  • Previous exposure to financial services, professional services, tax, grants, or regulated sectors would be advantageous
  • Organised and confident using CRM systems to manage opportunities and pipeline activity

The Role

  • Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UK and Republic of Ireland
  • Build relationships with business owners, Managing Directors, Finance Directors, and senior decision-makers
  • Promote the firm's R&D Tax Relief and Grant Funding services through a consultative approach
  • Generate and qualify new opportunities, managing prospects through the sales pipeline
  • Arrange and attend client meetings, both virtually and in person where required
  • Work closely with technical consultants to develop tailored funding solutions
  • Maintain accurate records of business development activity within the CRM system
  • Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets while upholding the firm's compliance standards
  • Represent the business professionally and contribute to its ongoing market growth

For further information on this opportunity, please apply via the link provided or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion.

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Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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