Our client is a corporate intelligence and risk advisory firm providing independent intelligence and advice to support informed decision-making. Serving top leaders in industry, banking, and private equity, they help create value, reduce risks, and solve complex commercial, political, and security challenges. Using insights from a global network and an experienced in-house team, they address issues in geopolitics, policy, transactions, strategy, and disputes.About the RoleWe are hiring a Business Development Director to be based in the London headquarters. Ideal candidates will have a mid-career B2B sales record, strong academic background, and a passion for global affairs, politics, and business. Excellent communication skills and client engagement experience are essential. Knowledge of business intelligence or strategic advisory is a plus but not mandatory.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development:Expand client portfolio and explore new markets.Drive marketing initiatives.Quality Assurance:Manage client briefs and ensure precise, structured reporting.Apply critical judgment to information analysis.Network Growth:Build relationships with current and new network members.Candidate QualitiesProven Business Developers: Track record in winning and delivering insights to demanding clients with a strong network.Entrepreneurial Thinkers: Resourceful, energetic, and driven to expand business capabilities.Skilled Networkers: Build lasting relationships with clients and global contacts.Team Players: Collaborative, resilient, and committed to shared success.Eager Learners: Deep curiosity about global affairs, politics, and business.Critical Thinkers: Analyse complex information and form nuanced judgments.Clear Communicators: Deliver concise, actionable insights under tight deadlines.Our client is built on fostering long-term relationships with a select group of blue-chip clients, prioritizing trust and shared values over short-term profit. They take pride in their work, strive to be a positive force in our community, and partner with clients who align with our principles.They offer:* Competitive salary and pension* Discretionary performance-related bonus* Private medical and life insurance* Flexible working arrangements* Generous holiday allowance* Additional benefitsOur client is committed to staff development, providing a blend of on-the-job learning, coaching, and tailored training programs.
Back to searchBusiness Development Director
Warner Scott Recruitment Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 23 days
London, Greater London EC1R 0WX
£80,000 - £96,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- Our client is a corporate intelligence and risk advisory firm that supports informed decision-making for top leaders in various industries.
- They are seeking a Business Development Director for their London headquarters, requiring candidates to have a mid-career B2B sales record and a passion for global affairs.
- The role involves expanding the client portfolio, driving marketing initiatives, and managing client briefs with a focus on quality assurance.
- Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, be skilled networkers, and demonstrate a critical thinking ability to analyze complex information.
- The position offers a competitive salary with additional benefits, including a discretionary performance-related bonus, private medical insurance, and flexible working arrangements.
