Business Development Manager - Government
A leading professional services firm is seeking a strategic Business Development Manager to drive growth within its Government sector focus. Acting as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders, the role will shape and deliver market strategy, client development, bids, marketing and profile-raising initiatives. The successful candidate will translate sector insight into commercially focused plans, oversee delivery and measure impact.
Key responsibilities
- Advise and challenge senior stakeholders on Government sector strategy, opportunities and priorities.
- Develop and deliver business development and marketing plans, managing budgets and maximising ROI.
- Monitor financial performance, profitability, bid win/loss data and client activity, turning insights into actionable recommendations.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, supporting pitches, bids and framework activity.
- Work with client relationship teams to drive retention, cross-selling and revenue growth.
- Lead targeted marketing, events, sponsorships, memberships, directories, CRM and internal communications.
- Build strong relationships across business services teams and mentor junior colleagues where appropriate.
About the candidate
The ideal candidate will bring strong business development experience, ideally within professional services or a complex B2B environment. They will be highly organised, commercially minded and confident influencing senior stakeholders.
Essential skills and experience:
- Strong strategic planning, stakeholder management and project delivery skills.
- Experience managing multiple priorities, budgets and performance data.
- CRM expertise, ideally InterAction or similar platforms.
- Experience supporting bids, pitches and client development initiatives.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to demonstrate measurable commercial impact.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
- Knowledge of the UK Government sector, public procurement or framework environment.
- Experience across digital marketing, social media, website and email campaigns.
This is an opportunity for a proactive, commercially focused BD professional to take ownership of a high-profile sector strategy and work closely with senior leaders to drive measurable growth.
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Business Development Manager - Government in London 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.
