Senior Business Development Executive – Engineering Division

Senior Business Development Executive – Engineering Division

Senior Business Development Executive – Engineering Division

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About Us

At Hamlyn Williams, we specialize in providing top-tier recruitment solutions across highly regulated sectors. Our Engineering Division partners with leading organizations in pharmaceutical automation , biotech , medical devices , and industrial engineering , connecting them with world-class technical talent. We\’re seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to drive growth and deepen our footprint in this critical sector.

The Role

As a Senior Business Development Executive, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our client base, nurturing strategic partnerships, and positioning Hamlyn Williams as a go-to talent partner in the engineering space. You’ll leverage your commercial acumen and industry knowledge to identify opportunities, shape tailored recruitment solutions, and influence senior-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic business development plan focused on Engineering markets such as pharmaceutical manufacturing , automation , process controls , and life sciences .
• Proactively identify and engage with new clients within regulated industries, building strong, long-term relationships.
• Consult with clients to understand their technical hiring needs and design custom recruitment strategies (contingent, retained, SoWs, or project-based).
• Collaborate closely with delivery consultants to ensure successful fulfilment of roles and projects.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking sessions to maintain market visibility and intelligence.
• Drive commercial growth through upselling, cross-selling, and developing multi-site or international client accounts.
• Act as a market expert, providing insights on hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and competitor activity.

Required Experience & Skills

• 3+ years of experience in business development or recruitment within engineering , life sciences , pharma , or automation sectors.
• Proven track record of winning and managing high-value client accounts.
• Strong understanding of technical roles in regulated or manufacturing environments (e.g., automation engineers, validation, process engineering, CQV).
• Commercially astute with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to operate with autonomy, drive performance, and work collaboratively within a team.
• Experience working with Statement of Work (SOW) or project-based service models is a strong plus.
• Work in a high-growth, high-impact team within a global recruitment firm.
• Access to leading-edge training, tools, and market data to help you succeed.
• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure.
• Clear progression pathway into leadership or strategic account management roles.
• Supportive, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and innovation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Business Development, and Engineering

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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