BD Manager (sales)

Business Development Manager

Location: Milton Keynes

A leading advisory firm is looking to hire a Business Development Manager to join its growing Debt Advisory team, supporting SME and owner-managed businesses.

This is a highly commercial role, suited to individuals who enjoy originating and converting new business opportunities, while also delivering end-to-end advisory support to clients.

You will play a central role in driving revenue growth, combining internal referral generation with proactive external business development. Working closely with regional teams and professional introducers, you will build a strong pipeline of SME clients requiring funding solutions.

Key Responsibilities

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• Generate new business through a combination of:
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• Internal referrals (circa 50%)
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• External relationships (circa 50%) including accountants, lawyers, and your own network
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• Build and maintain a strong introducer network in the SME/OMB market
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• Assess client funding requirements and identify appropriate financing solutions
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• Prepare and present high-quality information packs for lenders
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• Manage lender discussions, negotiations, and credit processes
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• Act as a trusted advisor, supporting clients beyond the initial transaction
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Candidate Profile

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• Proven track record in business development or relationship management within:
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• Banking
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• Professional Services
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• Asset-based lending
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• Debt advisory
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• Commercial finance
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• Experience working with SME / owner-managed businesses
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• Ability to originate, structure, and deliver deals end-to-end
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• Financially literate with the ability to interpret accounts
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• Highly commercial, driven, and comfortable working in a target-led environment
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What's on Offer

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• Competitive base salary
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• Uncapped comms structure with strong earning potential
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