Business Development Manager - Midlands
Permanent
£50,000 per annum DOE
Competitive OTE scheme; £500 per month car allowance
Field-based / Midlands but our client can be flexible on location
About Our Client
At Kings Court Trust, they occupy a unique, privileged position. They are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed.
Their Purpose
To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Driving new business growth by identifying and securing partnerships across estate planning, IFA’s, Will Writers, legal, financial, and related sectors.
- Managing and developing partner relationships, ensuring high engagement and revenue growth through regular meetings and strategic collaboration.
- Representing the company at events, meetings, and networking opportunities to promote services and generate leads and build solid relationships.
- Collaborating cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery and partner satisfaction.
- Achieving and exceeding sales targets through effective account management, lead generation, and performance tracking.
What They’re Looking For
They are looking for individuals with some of the following experience:
- Field-based B2B Sales Experience
- Account and/or Partner Relationship Management
- CRM and Sales Pipeline Management (Hubspot desirable)
- Event and Networking Engagement
- Presenting to Professional Audiences
- Professional Sales or Account Management Certification
- Industry-specific knowledge or training in Legal or Financial Services
The type of person you’ll be:
- A strong communicator – clear, empathetic, and confident
- A proactive, solutions-focused individual
- A self-motivated high achiever driven to meet and exceed targets, with the initiative and determination to succeed without close supervision
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- A passion for making a difference in people’s lives
What They Can Offer You
They believe in rewarding great work. For this role, they offer the following benefits:
- £50,000 per annum D.O.E
- Competitive OTE commission scheme
- Car allowance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Long Service Leave
- Health Cash Plan – Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments
- Employee discounts across a range of products and services.
- Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental & holiday buy.
- Company pension scheme – matching up to 5%
- Income protection insurance
- Life assurance policy
- Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
Why Join Our Client?
- A supportive, people-first culture
- Opportunities for growth and development
- A chance to make a real impact during one of life’s most challenging times
- Flexible working options to suit your needs
Where You’ll Be Working:
- From home
- On the road
- Occasional visits required to our client’s office based at Spectrum House, Bond Street, Bristol BS1 3LG
Hiring Process – What to Expect
They like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here’s what you can expect:
- Application review – They review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted.
- Initial chat – A call with Charlotte (HR and Talent Advisor) to get to know you better. There will be some element of competency here, but they aim for it to be more conversational (30mins).
- Interview – This is your competency-based interview with Simon Brand (Head of Sales), Charlotte (HR and Talent Advisor) and Paul Toghill (CEO) (up to 90mins).
- Task or Presentation – A chance to showcase your skills. This will be part of your interview.
- Feedback – They will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week.
- Support – They want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout their hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments, whether that’s for your interview or any part of the process, please let them know. They are happy to have a conversation about how they can best support you.
Ready to Apply?
If our client, Kings Court Trust, sounds like the kind of place where you’d thrive, they would love to hear from you. Apply now with an up-to-date CV and help them shape the future of estate administration.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Kings Court Trust, they are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. They believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience – nothing else.
They are proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated, and diverse perspectives are valued across everything they do.
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If this opportunity excites you and you’d like to consider joining our client, please apply today with your CV!
