3,920 Head Of Business Development jobs in the United Kingdom

Head of Business Development

Our client is a leading UK-based legal expenses insurer, regulated by the PRA and FCA. With expertise in Before-the-Event (BTE) and After-the-Event (ATE) legal expenses insurance, as well as general insurance products, their distribution spans across Brokers, MGAs, and intermediaries. Recognized as one of the market leaders in the sector, they were awarded Personal Lines Insurer of the Year in 2025.

We're working with them to find an experienced Head of Business Development to lead and drive their sales strategy and growth initiatives. This senior leadership role is integral to delivering the company's commercial objectives, fostering Broker relationships, creating new business opportunities, and building strategic partnerships.

About the Role

As Head of Business Development, you will:

• Develop, implement, and lead strategic initiatives to achieve business growth goals and ensure alignment with commercial priorities.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Brokers, MGAs, intermediaries, and other key partners.
• Lead Broker distribution strategies and ensure all arrangements align with FCA Consumer Duty, ensuring fair value and preventing foreseeable customer harm across the distribution chain.
• Identify new market opportunities, evaluate the economic potential of partnerships, and monitor distribution channels to achieve long-term profitability.
• Oversee periodic audits of Broker relationships to ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with Underwriting, Compliance, Marketing, and Product Development teams to support new product launches and develop effective go-to-market strategies.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and strategic meetings to drive brand visibility and expand market presence.

Why Join Our Client?

With a reputation for excellence, our client offers a professional, inclusive environment that fosters individual growth, teamwork, and strategic impact. Here's what you can expect:

• Hybrid working for a flexible approach to your work-life balance.
• A clear path for career development, with opportunities to grow within a dynamic team.
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off.
• Access to bonus schemes, team events, and company perks.
• The opportunity to lead a high-performing team in an award-winning legal expenses insurance company.

Who They Are Looking For

This is a senior leadership role, ideal for individuals who have:

• Proven experience in a Business Development leadership role in the insurance or financial services sectors.
• Deep knowledge of Broker and intermediary distribution models as well as commercial insurance products.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations, including delivery of Consumer Duty outcomes.
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams.
• Advanced skills in negotiation, relationship-building, and strategic planning.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience with market analysis, trend monitoring, and growth strategies.

If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a market-leading legal expenses insurance provider, our client encourages you to apply today. Play a pivotal role in strengthening their market position, fostering Broker relationships, and driving growth to new heights.

Head of Business Development - Events

£55,000 - £70,000 Base + Uncapped Commission + Excellent Benefits

East Sussex

Hybrid Working

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a highly experienced, talented, consultative sales leader to join a thriving events agency as their Head of Business Development. 

We are looking for a new business, relationship builder, a best in class networker.  This role is not a cold calling, transactional sales role, it’s quite the opposite.

Our client is a leading events agency, they run events on behalf of some of the most prestigious brands throughout the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding senior sales person to take on a role focused on building relationships, networking with potential clients at events.

The successful candidate will have 5 years experience, ideally working within an events agency.  We are open to candidates with an exceptional track record in other areas of b2b sales.

The Role:

• Source and identify potential new clients to pitch the agency’s services to
• Engage new companies by telephone and face to face to assess whether they are a good for the company
• Network with existing and prospective clients at events There will be lots of referrals and leads – quick response needed to chase these up
• Lots of face to face meetings – networking key to the role
• Report weekly to the MD (role reports directly to the MD)                                                       What we’re looking for:
• At least 5 years sales experience in a B2B sales (consultative sales – ideally an events agency)
• Ideally degree educated Hard working and committed with an excellent new business, sales driven ethic
• Pro-active, persuasive & confident
• A brilliant networker
• An ability to understand client’s needs and adopt a tailored approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What our client can offer you:

• Excellent commission structure!
• Market leader, winner of numerous awards
• First-rate training, support and guidance with daily exposure to management
• Flat structure with excellent career progression - promotion is invariably internal
• Prospect of lots of f2f meetings

Lipton Media is a dynamic, proactive and progressive media recruitment agency solely dedicated to the media industry. We are leaders across media sales and creative opportunities. We cover: media sales, digital media sales, print sales, exhibition sales, event sales, conference sales, outdoor sales, radio sales, marketing, conference production and editorial jobs.

Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.

Head of Business Development - Events

£55,000 - £70,000 Base + Uncapped Commission + Excellent Benefits

East Sussex

Hybrid Working

An exciting opportunity has opened up for a highly experienced, talented, consultative sales leader to join a thriving events agency as their Head of Business Development. 

We are looking for a new business, relationship builder, a best in class networker.  This role is not a cold calling, transactional sales role, it’s quite the opposite.

Our client is a leading events agency, they run events on behalf of some of the most prestigious brands throughout the UK.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding senior sales person to take on a role focused on building relationships, networking with potential clients at events.

The successful candidate will have 5 years experience, ideally working within an events agency.  We are open to candidates with an exceptional track record in other areas of b2b sales.

The Role:

• Source and identify potential new clients to pitch the agency’s services to
• Engage new companies by telephone and face to face to assess whether they are a good for the company
• Network with existing and prospective clients at events There will be lots of referrals and leads – quick response needed to chase these up
• Lots of face to face meetings – networking key to the role
• Report weekly to the MD (role reports directly to the MD)                                                       What we’re looking for:
• At least 5 years sales experience in a B2B sales (consultative sales – ideally an events agency)
• Ideally degree educated Hard working and committed with an excellent new business, sales driven ethic
• Pro-active, persuasive & confident
• A brilliant networker
• An ability to understand client’s needs and adopt a tailored approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What our client can offer you:

• Excellent commission structure!
• Market leader, winner of numerous awards
• First-rate training, support and guidance with daily exposure to management
• Flat structure with excellent career progression - promotion is invariably internal
• Prospect of lots of f2f meetings

Lipton Media is a dynamic, proactive and progressive media recruitment agency solely dedicated to the media industry. We are leaders across media sales and creative opportunities. We cover: media sales, digital media sales, print sales, exhibition sales, event sales, conference sales, outdoor sales, radio sales, marketing, conference production and editorial jobs.

Our clients range from small start-up companies to FTSE 100 and 250 businesses. We work with people at every stage of their career from undergraduates looking for their first entry point into sales to senior managers and directors looking for their next challenge.

Fram Search is working with a fast-growing compliance consultancy that has established itself as a trusted partner to firms across the financial services sector. The business supports a broad range of clients and is recognised for its professionalism, innovative solutions, and high standards. It is also known for fostering a collaborative and ambitious culture, creating an environment where people can thrive and develop.

The consultancy is looking to engage with a Head of Business Development to help drive the next stage of its growth. This is both a strategic and hands-on position, leading and coaching a team while also developing your own pipeline of opportunities. The successful individual would work closely with senior leaders across the consultancy and marketing functions to refine the commercial strategy, deepen referral networks, and build long-term business relationships. A key part of the role is embedding a sales-driven culture while continuing to promote tailored compliance solutions that enable clients to manage regulatory complexity effectively.

This opportunity may appeal to someone with proven experience in business development and leadership within financial services, ideally with exposure to wealth or asset management. A background in private markets would be valuable, as would previous experience in a consultancy, advisory, or solutions-based business. The role requires a mix of commercial sharpness, credibility, and the ability to coach and inspire a team, while also operating as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders.

We are keen to speak with individuals who combine strategic vision with a hands-on approach and who are motivated by the challenge of helping a growing firm achieve its ambitious goals.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Fram Search is working with a fast-growing compliance consultancy that has established itself as a trusted partner to firms across the financial services sector. The business supports a broad range of clients and is recognised for its professionalism, innovative solutions, and high standards. It is also known for fostering a collaborative and ambitious culture, creating an environment where people can thrive and develop.

The consultancy is looking to engage with a Head of Business Development to help drive the next stage of its growth. This is both a strategic and hands-on position, leading and coaching a team while also developing your own pipeline of opportunities. The successful individual would work closely with senior leaders across the consultancy and marketing functions to refine the commercial strategy, deepen referral networks, and build long-term business relationships. A key part of the role is embedding a sales-driven culture while continuing to promote tailored compliance solutions that enable clients to manage regulatory complexity effectively.

This opportunity may appeal to someone with proven experience in business development and leadership within financial services, ideally with exposure to wealth or asset management. A background in private markets would be valuable, as would previous experience in a consultancy, advisory, or solutions-based business. The role requires a mix of commercial sharpness, credibility, and the ability to coach and inspire a team, while also operating as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders.

We are keen to speak with individuals who combine strategic vision with a hands-on approach and who are motivated by the challenge of helping a growing firm achieve its ambitious goals.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Business Development & Commissioning to lead our high-performing team and to make a lasting difference to children with brain injury and neurodisability.

The Children's Trust is the UK's leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Community Rehabilitation Service. We are the largest centre commissioned by NHS England for Category A neurorehabilitation.

The role of Head of Business Development & Commissioning is pivotal in the successful management of our core business activity, that's relating to our frontline services and children's placements. You'll lead a highly motivated team responsible for managing all placements activity, from generating referrals and managing key relationships with both referrers and funders, through to oversight of all placement-related matters, ensuring placements are managed to the highest standards. You'll also bring strategic focus, driving service development in line with the organisation's new strategy, broadening our reach and maximising income generating opportunities.

You will have the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an environment that is focused on the highest clinical and quality standards. You will work in a 24-acre site which is unusual in its beautiful historic nature, as it is unique in its state-of-the-art facilities including robotic technology and virtual reality.

Role Requirements

You will be a key member of the organisation's Operational Leadership Team (OLT), working alongside other heads of department, reporting to the Medical Director. You'll lead in the management of all core business activity, including reporting to and influencing senior leaders, both our Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees, as well as external stakeholders.

To succeed in this high profile and diverse role, you must demonstrate:

• Ability to engage with and influence stakeholders, at all levels, internally and externally.
• Pipeline and bed management experience in a complex organisation.
• Leadership of high-performing teams, including coaching and mentoring to achieve results.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to drive service development and maximise income, whilst mitigating risk.
• Understanding of commissioning landscapes – NHS (national and local levels), continuing health care, education, and private.
• Budget management experience, including forecasting income.
• Ability to work in a matrix environment, with resilience, determination and passion.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Vijay Palanivel, Medical Director & Consultant in Paediatric Neurodisability:

For more information, a copy of the candidate briefing pack and application form please click here

Terms and Conditions

PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process.

To apply for this role please click on the apply now button at the bottom of the advert.

Strictly no agencies, please.

About Us

The Children's Trust is the UK's leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.

Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.

Staff Benefits

The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment.

We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.

Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher's pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Rehabilitation of Offenders

Many roles at The Children's Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children's Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK's diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.

Online Searches

In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate's name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.

Role:
Head of Business Development

Location:
London

Salary :
£65000-£75000 plus commission

Job Ref :
39725

About the Client

Our client is a leading London-based luxury interior-design practice, delivering bespoke, high-end residential, commercial and hospitality projects. With over 30 years of heritage, they are known for elegant, intelligent, and dynamic interiors, excellent craftsmanship, and a commitment to outstanding client experiences.

They work across the UK and international markets, with a diverse portfolio including private homes, boutique hotels, and large-scale development show suites. Their studio is creative, ambitious and people-centred.

The Opportunity

They are seeking a Head of Business Development to shape their growth strategy, win new clients, and deepen existing relationships. This is a senior role: you'll be instrumental in driving revenue growth, entering new markets, and influencing company direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and win new business opportunities, both in the UK and internationally
• Lead deal cycles: envisaging strategy, sourcing prospects, analysing opportunities, negotiating to close
• Build, manage and prioritise a strong business pipeline using client data, analytics, and industry research
• Structure and maintain CRM and proposal systems to ensure consistency and efficiency
• Represent the company at roadshows, industry events; work with marketing to plan and execute such events
• Conduct industry / market analysis; build business cases for new markets or sectors
• Produce, present and execute an annual business development strategy
• Oversee client brief handovers to the design / execution teams, ensuring clarity and quality throughout
• Collaborate on fee proposals; monitor financials, travel & entertainment budgets; provide regular reporting to senior leadership

Candidate Profile

We're looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience in Business Development / Sales / Client Relationship Management—ideally within property, luxury interiors, architecture or related sectors
• Has worked internationally or with cross-border clients
• Can demonstrate a track record of meeting and exceeding targets
• Is data / analytics literate and comfortable managing pipelines, forecasting, making strategic decisions
• Is skilled in negotiation, with excellent presentation skills
• Is organised, detail-orientated, with dynamism and resilience; able to handle both strategic thinking and operational execution
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; experience with InDesign is a plus

What's In It For You

• A senior role with real influence & visibility over company strategy
• Exposure to premium clients and international projects
• Working within a creative, high-calibre environment that values quality, innovation, and relationship building
• Opportunity to shape systems and processes from a leadership position
• Competitive package (salary + potential bonuses + travel / entertainment budgeting allocation)

If you are a driven, strategic Business Development leader who thrives in a creative luxury environment, this could be the next big move for you.

About Us

At mustard, we don't just recruit — we connect people with careers that matter. As a certified B Corp, we're committed to balancing profit with purpose and putting people first. You'll get honest advice, behind-the-scenes insight, and full support throughout the process. No fluff, no false promises — just solid recruitment with a conscience.

Ready to take your next step?

Please get in touch with me, Hannah Lawry, if this position sounds of interest. I am a consultant at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recruitment.

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mustard is a creative recruitment consultancy and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias and we welcome the opportunity to work with you.

JM Marketing Ltd

Head of Business Development

Job Role Summary

Under the direction of the CEO, the Head of Business Development is to contribute to the continued development of JMM. The role is based out of our offices at 34 Lime Street and is responsible for identifying and pursuing business development opportunities, handling and further developing the relationships with new and existing clients, with a primary focus on Casualty, Specialty non-marine business accounts, all whilst adhering to Financial Conduct Authority Regulation and other statutory requirements.

Specific Responsibilities include:

Provide leadership in the Business development team, broking management and promotion of current and future JMM Group products, including oversight of new business development initiatives.

Being creative and persistent in developing business opportunities including:

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Assist with the growth of JMM's core products

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Developing and nurturing relationships with existing clients, JMM partners and Group Companies

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Acquiring new clients and partners

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Identifying new opportunities including, through research, lists of suitable targets in JMM's core areas.

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Identifying the appropriate contacts within target companies and pursuing business opportunities.

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Arrange meetings with new brokers, clients and partners as they arise and attend those meetings on behalf of JMM to assist in the further Growth of our core products.

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Pursuing ad hoc opportunities that may arise.

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Keeping up to date with developments in the Insurance sector, the market more generally, client business areas and competitors to ensure that informed business decisions are made;

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Acting as intermediary in placing and handling insurance business between JMM's clients and insurers.

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Developing and nurturing relationships with the Syndicates and insurance companies.

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Represent JMM by traveling to meet potential prospects and existing clients.

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Liaise with associations and attend conferences as required to promote JMM as a key provider of specialist insurance programs to those industries, developing account leads and contacts.

Requirements:

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Minimum of 10 years' experience in Commercial Insurance with proven business development track record with a keen focus on manufacturing, rail, construction and high risk specialty programmes.

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Full Clean Driving Licence

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ACII qualification (Desirable)

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Experience of managing and mentoring colleagues (Desirable).

Krinkels UK work with local authorities, housing associations and the NHS across the country to deliver the highest quality, customer focused services, supporting local communities while continuing to sustain and improve high standards of maintenance. We are an employee centric Company, focused on helping our clients create and maintain public green spaces and a cleaner environment that offers a more sustainable place for people to live.

The Role

We are looking for a Head of Business Development to lead our established Business Development team and play a key role in securing high value projects and frameworks. As our head of Business Development you will be part of our senior management team and be responsible for managing and creating successful tender submissions to enable us to grow sustainably.

What You’ll Do

• Bid Leadership – Act as a strategic partner to the organisation in shaping deal strategies, win themes, and value propositions from early qualification through submission and negotiation, driving all required actions through to completion by ensuring bid lifecycle, helping to build confidence and trust in our solutions and delivery capability.
• Content Leadership  – Drive creation of impactful, precise bid content that communicates our values and cultural direction.
• Stakeholder Management  – Serve as the central point of coordination across Business Development, senior leadership and client stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
• Risk Management  – Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to timelines, compliance, solution scope, and commercial terms.
• Continuous Improvement  – Lead win/loss reviews, capture lessons learned, and contribute to developing our bid library and knowledge.
• Quality Ownership  – Ensure all submissions are accurate, consistent, and reflect our brand, delivering documents and presentations that resonate with clients to secure business growth.

Hybrid working (approx. 2–3 days on-site per week)