Business Development Manager (London)

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At GreySpark Partners, we deliver expert business and management solutions to clients across the global financial markets. Since 2009, we've been the trusted consulting partner to investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, private equity firms, and fintechs, helping them navigate complex challenges across business strategy, regulation, and technology.

We're looking for a Business Development Manager to join our team. This is a high-impact role for someone entrepreneurial, self-motivated, and passionate about identifying opportunities, solving client problems, and building long-term partnerships.

You'll work closely with the Head of Business Development to shape and execute go-to-market strategies, engage with senior stakeholders, and grow a sustainable revenue stream, in support of our specialist consulting and resourcing services.

If you have 2-5 years of experience in business development (especially in consulting, staffing, or recruitment sales within financial services) and want to step into a more strategic, client-focused role, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

• A dynamic, inclusive and supportive work environment where you can make an impact
• Autonomy to shape your role and influence commercial direction.
• A dedicated career path and potential to attain levels of seniority
• Exposure to a fast-paced and highly innovative industry
• Training and development in financial services, consulting, and sales
• Competitive salary and transparent OTE
• Benefits package

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the full business development lifecycle, from prospecting and meetings to proposal writing, closing deals, and ongoing account management
• Identify and qualify market demand across capital markets
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of clients and opportunities
• Design bespoke solutions in collaboration with our internal consulting and delivery teams
• Develop long-term relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers
• Act as a brand ambassador and advocate of GreySpark's thought leadership, values, and service offerings

Skills & Qualities

• Sales experience: 2-5 years, preferably in a service-led organisation like consulting or recruitment services for the financial services industry
• A proven track record of hitting or exceeding commercial targets
• Confident, credible communicator with excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with senior-level executives
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A self-starter mindset; proactive, driven, and curious
• Team player with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational skills
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work outside of the office (attending client sites, events, etc.)
• Ability to work flexible working hours and be responsive, given the nature of being in a client-facing role

Nice to have:

• Experience selling consulting, resourcing, or expertise-led solutions
• Familiarity with financial services, especially investment banking or fintech
• A relevant industry network or contact base

Qualifications

University degree or equivalent experience