Our client is seeking a Business Development Director to join on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a key growth role, responsible for driving new client acquisition across the UK & Ireland, with a strong focus on the professional services sector. The successful candidate will own the full sales cycle, building relationships with senior decision makers and delivering tailored solutions that meet client needs. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and execute sales strategies to drive new client acquisition and revenue growth. • Manage the full business development process – from prospecting and pitching to closing. • Present to and engage with C-Suite, FM, HR and Real Estate leaders. • Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless delivery of solutions to clients. • Generate and qualify new opportunities through direct outbound prospecting and channel partners. • Prepare and deliver proposals, RFP responses and presentations. • Document pipeline activity in Salesforce and provide accurate forecasting. • Contribute to wider strategic growth initiatives across the region. Key Skills/Experience: • 5+ years of B2B enterprise sales experience with proven success in “hunter” roles. • Strong background in consultative sales within services industries. • Experience selling enterprise solutions to large corporates, ideally in the professional services sector. • Proven ability to manage long and complex sales cycles. • Excellent communication, negotiation and C-level presentation skills. • Commercially driven, results-focused, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. FS1 Recruitment is a UK-based recruitment agency providing solutions within the Sales, Marketing and Creative fields for permanent, freelance and contract positions please contact us to discuss one of our many positions