Senior Business Expansion Specialist

7 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Denholm Associates Full time
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Denholm Associates offers you the chance to collaborate with a leading organisation in the UK financial services industry that sets new benchmarks in professional standards. Our client is an esteemed industry body, independently facilitating collaboration and driving excellence across insurance, pensions, and asset management sectors.

About the Role

To support an ambitious growth strategy, we're seeking a talented and driven Business Development Manager. In this role, you'll focus on expanding their client base, nurturing existing relationships, and supporting the organisation's broader commercial objectives. You'll work closely with industry leaders across the UK.

This opportunity presents itself as a rare chance to work in Financial Services with a company dedicated to improving relationships and communications between various organisations. You will be empowered to act on your own initiative, create change and be supported in a very agile environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive New Business: Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline, securing new clients and expanding our reach.
  • Client Relations: Retain and manage client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to help meet their evolving needs.
  • Collaborate on Strategy: Work with marketing to align sales strategies and customer-focused initiatives.
  • Present & Promote: Lead client presentations, communicate the value of our services, and represent us at major industry events.
  • Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and finalise commercial agreements with new and existing clients, ensuring mutual benefit.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • A proven track record in business development within financial services, ideally within life insurance, pensions, or investment platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to generate sales and close deals, backed by strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a knack for engaging diverse audiences.
  • Knowledge of the UK financial services sector, particularly in Life Insurance, Pensions, SIPPs, Platforms, and related areas.

Benefits Package:

We offer a £60,000 - £80,000 per annum salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive hybrid working arrangement based in Edinburgh, with travel opportunities to key industry hubs.


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