A leading international professional services firm is seeking a BD & Business Manager to support the continued growth and market profile of its market-leading international Construction practice.
This is a broad, high-impact role combining business development, marketing and business management, working closely with senior partners, sector leadership and business services teams globally.
The role
The successful candidate will:
- Support the development and delivery of the Construction group's strategic and business development plans.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to develop client relationships, account plans, cross-selling and growth opportunities.
- Lead integrated marketing campaigns, events, sponsorships, webinars and client engagement programmes.
- Oversee directory submissions, awards, credentials, sector content and market-facing communications.
- Monitor financial, pipeline, client and operational performance, providing insight to support decision-making.
- Coordinate strategic projects and initiatives, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives and deadlines.
- Support annual budgeting, planning and business cases, including potential lateral partner opportunities.
- Act as a key link between Construction leadership and wider business services.
- Co-line manage and develop a dedicated M&BD Executive.
- Drive effective use of CRM, AI and business development technology.
About the candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in business development, marketing or business management within professional services, ideally legal or partnership-led environments.
- Experience working with Construction, infrastructure, engineering or related sectors is highly desirable.
- A track record of delivering strategic growth initiatives and complex projects.
- Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial, client and performance data.
- Confidence operating at both strategic and hands-on operational levels.
- Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, communication and organisational skills.
- Strong proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Word, CRM and AI-enabled business tools.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced BD professional to take a highly visible, commercially focused role within a globally recognised Construction practice, with genuine scope to influence strategy and growth.
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Business Development Manager (Construction) employer: Ambition
Ambition is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, empowering employees to take ownership of their roles while shaping a global internal audit programme. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are provided with ample growth opportunities and the chance to work alongside senior stakeholders in a dynamic international environment. Located in a vibrant city, Ambition offers a unique blend of flexibility and support, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
