Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Full-Time 39600 - 48400 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Fintelligent Search

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Build relationships and convert opportunities into successful deals in commercial bridging finance.
  • Company: Fast-growing specialist lender with a focus on innovation and growth.
  • Benefits: Negotiable salary, 28 days holiday, annual bonus, pension contribution, and local discounts.
  • Other info: Fast-paced environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the finance sector.
  • Qualifications: Experience in business development and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 39600 - 48400 £ per year.

If you’re energised by building relationships, identifying opportunity and converting conversations into commercial outcomes, this role offers the platform to do exactly that. Our client is a fast‑growing specialist lender seeking a driven Business Development Manager who combines strong people skills with a sharp performance focus. This will be a desk‑based BDM role specialising in commercial bridging finance.

Why Join?

  • Negotiable salary - DOE
  • 28 days’ holiday (including 3 days between Christmas & New Year), plus bank holidays
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Pension contribution
  • Local bar and restaurant discounts

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you will be the trusted and knowledgeable point of contact for brokers and borrowers alike. You’ll play a central role in developing intermediary partnerships, delivering exceptional service and supporting the structuring of commercially sound deals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identifying and onboarding new intermediary partners across target regions and sectors
  • Developing existing broker relationships to generate repeat and new deal flow
  • Managing inbound enquiries with professionalism, clarity and high service standards
  • Proactively conducting outbound activity to drive engagement and sales performance
  • Representing the business with credibility and personality at every touchpoint
  • Supporting the structuring of complex loan facilities aligned to both customer objectives and credit appetite

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven business development experience within specialist bridging finance would be a huge advantage
  • Strong commercial awareness and opportunity identification skills
  • Ability to remain organised and effective in a fast‑paced environment
  • Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation capabilities
  • Confident objection handling and creative problem‑solving skills

Business Development Manager employer: Fintelligent Search

Fintelligent Search is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in the motor trade insurance sector. Located in Stockport, the company fosters a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and offers competitive salaries alongside performance-related bonuses. With a focus on client advisory work and risk assessments, employees are empowered to grow their expertise in commercial insurance while enjoying a collaborative team environment.

Fintelligent Search

Contact Details:

Fintelligent Search Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Business Development Manager

Business Development
Relationship Building
Commercial Awareness
Opportunity Identification
Interpersonal Skills
Influencing Skills
Negotiation Skills