Business Development Manager

Company: Ambition
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Location: Birmingham
Job Description:

A leading advisory firm is looking to hire a Business Development Manager to join its growing Debt Advisory team, supporting SME and owner-managed businesses.

This is a highly commercial role suited to individuals who enjoy originating and converting new business opportunities, while also delivering end-to-end advisory support to clients.

You will play a central role in driving revenue growth, combining internal referral generation with proactive external business development. Working closely with regional teams and professional introducers, you will build a strong pipeline of SME clients requiring funding solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Generate new business through a combination of:
  • Internal referrals (circa 50%)
  • External relationships (circa 50%), including accountants, lawyers, and your own network
  • Build and maintain a strong introducer network in the SME/OMB market
  • Assess client funding requirements and identify appropriate financing solutions
  • Prepare and present high-quality information packs for lenders
  • Manage lender discussions, negotiations, and credit processes
  • Oversee transactions through to completion, ensuring a smooth client journey
  • Act as a trusted advisor, supporting clients beyond the initial transaction

Candidate Profile

Proven track record in business development or relationship management within:

  • Banking
  • Professional Services
  • Asset-based lending
  • Debt advisory
  • Commercial finance
  • Experience working with SME / owner-managed businesses
  • Ability to originate, structure, and deliver deals end-to-end
  • Financially literate with the ability to interpret accounts
  • Highly commercial, driven, and comfortable working in a target-led environment

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive base salary
  • Uncapped comms structure with strong earning potential

Posted: July 5th, 2026