Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerThe Business Development Manager will play a key role in driving revenue growth and strengthening the firm's market position across priority clients and sectors in the US. This role combines strategic planning, data-driven decision-making and hands-on execution to deliver measurable business outcomes.Working closely with partners, client team leads, and colleagues across Business Development, Marketing and Commercial functions, the Business Development Manager will develop and implement targeted initiatives aligned with firmwide priorities, with a strong focus on ROI, performance tracking and continuous optimization.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with US-based partners, client team leads and regional leadership to develop and execute business development plans aligned with strategic priorities, with clear success metrics and ROI trackingCollaborate with Marketing and Commercial colleagues to ensure alignment between market positioning, campaigns and revenue objectivesIdentify and prioritize new client opportunities, markets and revenue streams using data, market intelligence and client insightsEstablish KPIs for BD and marketing initiatives, tracking performance against revenue, pipeline growth and client engagement metricsWork with Commercial and Finance colleagues to evaluate return on investment and inform budget allocation and prioritizationProvide regular, insight-led reporting to stakeholders, clearly linking activity to commercial outcomesFacilitate cross-selling initiatives by working with partners, client teams and BD colleagues to identify opportunities across regions and servicesSupport and help coordinate client teams for key accounts, ensuring integrated execution across BD, Marketing and Commercial functionsLeverage CRM data and client insights to strengthen relationships and identify expansion opportunitiesCollaborate closely with BD and RFP teams to develop winning pursuit strategies, including positioning, messaging and team selectionWork with Marketing colleagues to ensure consistent, differentiated messaging and high-quality supporting materialsDevelop and share competitive intelligence and market insights to inform strategy across BD, Marketing and Commercial teamsUtilize CRM and data platforms to track leads, manage pipeline visibility and generate actionable insightsPartner with BD, Marketing and Commercial colleagues to improve data quality, reporting and insight generationChampion the use of data analytics and emerging technologies, including AI tools, to enhance targeting, personalization and BD effectivenessWork with Marketing and Communications teams to raise the profile of partners and the firm through thought leadership, campaigns and digital channelsCollaborate with Events teams and BD colleagues to design and deliver strategic client programs, with clear objectives and post-event ROI evaluationAct as a connector across BD, Marketing and Commercial teams, ensuring a coordinated and consistent approach to client developmentSupport capability-building initiatives across the US business, including BD training and best practice sharingContribute to a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvementAbout YouBachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications or a related fieldSignificant experience in business development within a professional services environment, or within technology or product-led organizations with a strong B2B focusDemonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and link business development activity to measurable commercial outcomesExperience operating in complex, consultative sales environments, with multiple stakeholders and long sales cyclesStrong analytical skills, with experience using data to inform strategy, track performance and drive decision-makingExperience with CRM systems such as Salesforce or InterAction, and comfort working with data, dashboards and reporting toolsFamiliarity with emerging technologies, including AI, and an interest in applying these tools to enhance business development effectivenessExcellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholdersHighly organized, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentCollaborative and solutions-oriented, with strong relationship-building skills across functions including BD, Marketing and Commercial teamsHigh level of professionalism, accountability and commercial awarenessCompensation:The salary range for this role reflects a variety of factors considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, work location, work arrangement, licensure and certifications, and applicable laws. Placement within the range will vary based on these factors, and compensation decisions are made to ensure internal equity and alignment with market data.A reasonable and good-faith estimate of the current salary range for individuals able to work a hybrid schedule in the office locally is:$106,000.00 - $147,000.00You may also be eligible to take advantage of our benefits offering, 401K, and paid time off plans.