Business Development Executive

  • Bristol
  • from £28,000 to £32,000
  • Permanent

Are you curious about markets, motivated by growth, and confident working with senior stakeholders? If so, this could be the perfect next step for you.

About the role

We’re seeking a Business Development Executive to drive growth, build relationships, and raise the firm’s profile, combining strategic planning with hands-on delivery to support client engagement and commercial outcomes. Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the planning and delivery of business development initiatives aligned to commercial goals
  • Analysing market trends, sectors, and competitor activity to provide actionable insights
  • Building strong relationships with partners, heads of department, and team leads to understand growth priorities
  • Developing and maintaining a network of intermediaries, referrers, clients, and targets
  • Championing the use of CRM systems and technology to segment audiences and manage campaigns
  • Representing the firm at networking events, conferences, and industry forums
  • Supporting the planning and delivery of client and firm-hosted events
  • Identifying opportunities for cross-selling, client development, and sector-focused campaigns
  • Reviewing the client base to identify opportunities for growth and deeper relationships
  • Supporting key client plans, client listening initiatives, and referral networks
  • Monitoring and reporting on business development activity and performance

About You

  • A degree (or equivalent experience) and background in business development or marketing, ideally within professional services
  • Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities
  • Experience using CRM systems, with HubSpot knowledge highly desirable
  • Competent and confident with Excel and Word
  • A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach
  • Confidence working independently while also thriving in a collaborative environment
  • A personable, professional presence when dealing with clients and external contacts
  • Curiosity about markets, sectors, and what drives client decision-making
  • Most importantly, you’ll enjoy connecting the dots — between people, data, and opportunity — and take pride in helping turn relationships into long-term value

If this sounds like the role for you, apply today!

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