Business Development Manager - London

We're currently seeking a Business Development Manager to work across London and the surrounding areas. This is a senior-level role designed for someone who can operate confidently across both traditional referrer relationship management and more complex, mid-market advisory engagements. You will manage a portfolio of established professional relationships - primarily Accountants, Lawyers, and Lenders, while also identifying and pursuing higher-value opportunities involving larger, more complex businesses where multi-service, multi-pillar solutions are required. The role would suit someone with a strong track record in professional services BD, an understanding of restructuring, funding, or insolvency markets, and the commercial acumen to engage credibly with senior decision-makers at Director and Partner level. Job Requirements A proven track record in Business Development within professional services, insolvency, restructuring, funding, accountancy, law, or a related field, such as
Finance Experience of managing and developing senior referrer relationships, with demonstrable success in generating new business Commercially astute, with the ability to understand complex business situations and articulate multi-service solutions to a sophisticated audience Strong communication and influencing skills, with confidence to engage at Partner and Director level Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage a broad portfolio of activity independently Proficiency in CRM systems and standard Microsoft Office applications Technical knowledge or background in insolvency, restructuring, or corporate finance An existing network of relevant professional contacts within the market Experience working on or alongside mid-market transactions or advisory mandates Familiarity with multi-pillar professional services firms and cross-referral models Job Responsibilities Relationship Management & Revenue Generation Manage and develop a portfolio of professional contacts across Accountancy
firms, Law firms, Lenders, and other key introducers, driving referral activity across all Leonard Curtis services Build trusted, senior-level relationships with Partners, Directors, and senior contacts at target firms, acting as the primary commercial point of contact Identify and pursue mid-market opportunities where clients require more complex, multi-disciplinary solutions - working closely with Directors and Specialists to position and win this work Develop a thorough understanding of Leonard Curtis\'s full service proposition across insolvency, restructuring, funding, and legal pillars, and actively cross-refer to maximise value for clients and the firm Build and execute Growth Plans with the Directors, targeting both the development of existing relationships and acquisition of new strategic connections. Identify market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities within the mid-market segment, feeding intelligence into the wider commercial strategy. Contribute to
pipeline management, ensuring potential cases and opportunities are tracked, followed up, and converted in a timely and structured way. Events, Profile & Brand Represent Leonard Curtis at senior-level networking events, roundtables, and sector forums, actively building the firm\'s profile within the mid-market professional community. Support the planning and delivery of Leonard Curtis client events and seminars, ensuring engagement with the right contacts and maximising ROI from these activities. Reporting & CRM Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all activity, contacts, and opportunities within the CRM system (Maximiser). Contribute to regular reporting on pipeline, revenue generation, and BD activity, providing insight and commentary to the London Directors team Salary aligned with your skills and expertise Commission 25 days holiday allowance plus statutory public holidays A clear progression route to further your career Birthday leave 2 giving back days per year. We
encourage our team to support the wider community by providing paid leave to work with local charities or good causes A hard working, fun and professional working environment Enhanced family friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity pay #J-18808-Ljbffr