Senior Director, Business Development

A leading third-party fund administration firm is seeking a Senior Director, Business Development to join their expanding London office. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone to leverage their established client portfolio and proven expertise in business development within a highly respected, pan-European environment. The organisation stands apart by offering high-level client services with dedicated professionals responsible for the entire lifecycle of each transaction, ensuring clients receive attentive, personalised support without the complications of offshore teams.

With offices across major European cities, this firm is rapidly growing its presence in key markets and offers you the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their UK business development function. You will benefit from flexible working opportunities, regular travel to Europe including for major conferences, and the chance to work alongside knowledgeable colleagues who are committed to nurturing your growth and success.

Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support both your career ambitions and personal wellbeing, allowing you to balance professional responsibilities with life outside the office. Benefit from regular international travel for strategic meetings and industry conferences, providing you with exposure to senior stakeholders and influential partners across Europe. Join a collaborative network of experienced professionals who value knowledge sharing, mentorship, and supportive leadership—ensuring your contributions are recognised and your growth is prioritised.

• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies that accelerate growth in the UK market while maintaining dependable relationships with sponsors and law firms.
• Leverage your existing client portfolio to generate new business opportunities once any non-compete restrictions have ended, ensuring seamless integration into the firm's service model.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams across London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid to deliver attentive client services throughout the full lifecycle of loan fund transactions.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members who are eager to learn but require market knowledge, fostering a supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Represent the organisation at industry conferences across Europe, building brand awareness and cultivating valuable connections with potential clients and partners.
• Travel monthly to Paris for strategic meetings with senior stakeholders, contributing insights that shape cross-border business development initiatives.
• Work directly with sponsors on complex loan closings and transaction management processes, ensuring all parties receive attentive service tailored to their needs.
• Monitor market trends within the loans closing niche to identify emerging opportunities for expansion and innovation.
• Prepare detailed reports on business development activities, pipeline progress, and client feedback for senior management review.

• Demonstrated experience in business development within loan administrative or trustee services environments, ideally with hands-on involvement in transaction management or operations.
• Proven track record of bringing new business through an established client portfolio of sponsors or law firms after non-compete periods have ended.
• Deep understanding of loan closing processes within niche markets relevant to third-party fund administration.
• Ability to mentor junior team members by sharing market knowledge in a considerate and collaborative manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that foster trust-based relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
• Experience in preparing detailed reports on pipeline activity for senior management review is desirable.
• Commitment to delivering high-level client services throughout every stage of the transaction lifecycle.
• Strong organisational skills that enable effective multitasking across multiple projects in a fast-moving environment.