Job Description

Company Description

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK's top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881--helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.


Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose--to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our team in the South West, based in Bristol. You will be responsible for managing sales and business development activities to support business growth, new opportunities, and strategic partnerships to expand our market presence.

As a Business Development Manager, your responsibilities will include, among others

Support the origination of new business opportunities with prospective clients in the region Identify and research target clients in the region to support pipeline development and conversion Co-ordinate with strategic alliance partners and joint initiatives across the region Manage new leads that come in via marketing/events/digital channels Work with relevant teams and partners in the region to develop winning proposals that speak to the client's needs and objectives Champion the use of Seismic & the central bid management team in proposals Manage sales information including conversion rates, key targets, pipeline management, KPIs and trend information Work with Partners to deliver the regional Clients & Markets and BD strategy Work with the central business development team to define, plan, deliver and evaluate plans across key sectors in the region Work with the central marketing team to develop the regional marketing plan aligned to central marketing themes and regional objectives Optimise within your region, central campaigns, thought leadership, events and other market-facing activities, working collaboratively with the firm's specialist teams, to raise our profile in key markets Work with the Regional Marketing Manager to co-ordinate and facilitate creative and communications requirements through the central marketing services team Own the delivery of regional events from pre-event planning through to on the day delivery and post-event follow-up, working with the central marketing team Work across all business lines and with the central marketing team to draw on central campaigns and adopt sales best-practice Build relationships with the wider marketing and business development teams to gain a deep understanding of our services, capabilities and strategies and how they can impact regional activity

Qualifications

Skills and Experience - To be successful in this role, you should have

An understanding of Professional Services, gained from previous experience within the sector Demonstrable communication/presentation skills, able to communicate effectively at a senior level Ability to articulate and convey complex information in a clear and compelling manner in writing and in person The ability to generate and articulate new ideas The ability to prioritise and manage several different tasks at once A passion for creating a strong client experience and leveraging feedback to make improvements Excellent project management and coordination skills Solid commercial awareness

Additional Information

As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include

Competitive salary Private medical insurance Life assurance Pension contribution Hybrid working model (role dependent) Generous holiday package Option to purchase additional holiday Shared parental leave Fully funded training towards professional qualifications Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Eye care support


We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we're delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.


We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.