Business Development Director

Business Development Director

Location: Runcorn

Salary: Competitive base + executive-level performance bonus

 

Our client is one of the UK’s most established and respected names in the debt collection industry. With a strong national presence and an exceptional reputation for integrity and results, they are now seeking to appoint a Business Development Director to lead strategic growth and client acquisition across both public and private sector markets.

As Business Development Director, you will take overall responsibility for driving the company’s commercial growth strategy. This is a senior leadership position focused on high-value client acquisition, strategic partnerships, and market development. Working closely with the Board and senior leadership team, you’ll shape and execute a business development strategy that strengthens the company’s market position and accelerates sustainable growth.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the business development function, setting and delivering against strategic sales targets.
• Identify, secure, and manage major new client relationships across target sectors.
• Develop and implement growth strategies to expand market share and revenue.
• Represent the business at senior-level meetings, tenders, and industry events.
• Oversee proposal development and ensure the delivery of compelling, value-driven presentations.
• Collaborate with internal operational and compliance teams to ensure service excellence.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities to inform long-term strategy.

What We’re Looking For

• A proven track record in senior-level business development, sales leadership, or commercial strategy.
• Experience in debt recovery or debt purchase services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary with a high-performance bonus structure.
• Executive autonomy within a supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• Opportunity to shape the commercial future of a respected brand.
• Long-term career growth and leadership development opportunities.