Cross-Border Business Development Manager in Uxbridge

We are a technology and innovation-focused business operating at the intersection of international expansion, cross-border partnerships, and market entry strategy. We work closely with companies in the UK and overseas to enable global growth through strategic collaborations, technology transfer, M&A support, and the creation of international sales and distribution networks.

We operate across key global markets including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, supporting both UK-based companies seeking to expand internationally and overseas businesses looking to enter or scale within the UK market. This is a hands-on, commercially driven role working directly with the founder. The successful candidate will play a central role in originating opportunities, managing cross-border relationships, and facilitating transactions from introduction through execution.

The Cross-Border Business Development Manager will be responsible for originating, developing, and closing international business opportunities. On the UK side, the role focuses on identifying companies interested in:

• Opening international offices
• Strategic collaborations and joint ventures
• Technology transfer or technical tie-ups
• M&A opportunities
• International sales and distribution partnerships

On the international side, the role involves:

• Developing relationships directly with overseas companies, partners, and buyers in target international markets
• Building and managing international sales and distribution channels
• Securing commercial opportunities and orders across international markets
• Coordinating closely with overseas counterparts, partners, and stakeholders to drive transactions forward, manage relationships, and ensure smooth execution across borders

This is an on-site or hybrid role in West London, working closely with the founder. The environment is entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and outcomes-focused, with a high degree of autonomy and ownership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifying and securing UK-based clients seeking international expansion
• Developing opportunities for overseas companies entering or scaling in the UK
• Building and managing cross-border partnerships and commercial relationships
• Facilitating collaborations including technology transfer, JV structures, and strategic tie-ups
• Supporting M&A-related introductions and early-stage deal coordination
• Developing sales and distribution networks across markets
• Acting as the key point of coordination between UK and overseas stakeholders
• Managing discussions, negotiations, and follow-through across jurisdictions
• Working closely with the founder on strategy, market development, and opportunity prioritisation
• Producing presentations, proposals, and high-level commercial documentation

Note: This role is broad by design and will evolve as the business grows.

Minimum 3+ years’ experience in cross-border business development, international partnerships, consulting, or a related role

Experience working within technology, innovation, engineering, or related sectors

Strong understanding of international business expansion models

Proven ability to build and manage senior stakeholder relationships

Commercially minded with strong negotiation and communication skills

Comfortable working independently in an entrepreneurial environment

Highly organised, proactive, and results-driven

Experience working across UK, Europe, Middle East, or Asian markets

Exposure to M&A support, market entry strategy, or technology transfer projects

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Performance-based bonus structure
• ESOPs on offer
• High level of autonomy and responsibility
• Direct exposure to international markets and senior decision-makers
• Founder-adjacent role with real influence
• Clear scope to grow into a senior commercial or leadership position

LOCATION & WORKING STYLE

• Office-based or hybrid role in West London
• Flexible start times (9–5 or 10–6)
• Outcomes-focused culture with minimal bureaucracy