Director of business development Work, Jobs in Acton (with Salaries)

Sr. Director Sports Partnerships EMEA
BDA —London
- £135,000 - £165,000 a year
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Business development
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Head of Strategy & Ecosystem
Octra R&D UK —London
- £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- University
- In-person
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Gym membership
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Head of Expansion at AIOS — Remote, $200-$400k/yr + .15% - 0.5% equity
AIOS (YC W20/S21) —London
- £200,000 - £400,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Remote
- Management
- Business development
- Project management
- Annual leave
Head of Partnership Sales
Tes Global —London
- £60,000 - £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Business development
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Director, Business Development, Publishing Partnerships
Suno —London
- £225,000 - £290,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Business development
- Travel
- Contracts
14d
Senior Transformation Director
Vantor Technologies UK LTD —London
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Analysis skills
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Business Development Director (HF1360416)
Flourish —London
- £80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Business development
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Account Director-UK
Accommodations Plus International —London
- £55,000 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- CRM software
- Marketing
- Hotel
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Business Development Director
CIBT —London
- Hybrid work
- Salesforce
- English
- Business development
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
13d
Senior Manager, Client Development (Head of UK Partnerships) - Capital One Ad Solutions (Remote)
Capital One UK —London
- Full-time
- Travel
- Analytics
- Annual leave
Head of Strategic Business Development
Cast AI —London
- Remote
- Travel
- AI
- Leadership
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Strategy and Corporate Development Director
Smith & Nephew —Watford
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Global Head of Third-Party Measurement
Google —London
- £179,000 - £249,000 a year
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
Director - Commercial Excellence (1259)
Axtria, Inc. —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Salesforce
- Engineering
- English
Senior Director, Partnerships
Mambu —London
- Sales
- English
- Business development
Head of Sales Development, Strategic & Enterprise
Atlassian —London
- Remote
- Sales
- Business development
- Team management
13d
Head of Business Development
DualEntry —London
- £100,000 - £130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Business development
- Recruiting
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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4d
Business Development Regional Director - North Europe
CMA CGM —London
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
- English
Head of Launch, UK
Whatnot —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Business development
- Team management
- In-person
- Work from home
8d
Business Development Director VA2862
Anabas —London
- £90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Hospitality
- Writing skills
- Contracts
- Employee assistance programme
- Referral programme

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Sr. Director Sports Partnerships EMEA

BDA -
London

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Job details

£135,000 - £165,000 a year

Qualifications

Succession planning
Customer retention
Account-based growth strategy development
Sales
Client engagement
Coaching
Merchandising
Client relationship development
Business development
Budget planning
Partnership building
Decision making
Client services
Mentoring
Forecasting
Overseeing budgeting and forecasting
Relationship management
Operational strategy development
Professional development mentoring
Financial management
Employee engagement
Cross-functional collaboration
Leadership
Team motivation leadership
Growth strategy
Marketing
Cross-functional communication

Full job description

Most companies claim to have the best people. We say to them, "Keep dreaming." Our people are second to none. They set us apart with their entrepreneurial spirit and ambition. They come to us from the likes of Amazon, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Starbucks and the sports world, bringing energy, bold ideas and a willingness to dive into the unfamiliar. It's our people that make BDA the top global Merchandise Agency to work for.

The Sr. Director, Sports Partnerships — EMEA is responsible for driving strategic growth across the EMEA sports and entertainment portfolio through the development, expansion, and stewardship of league, sponsor, brand, agency, venue, and partner relationships. This leader serves as a key contributor to regional revenue generation, sponsorship activation strategy, client retention, new business development, and cross-market execution while building and leading a high-performing team across EMEA.

LOCATION:

This role is based out of our London, UK, Luton, UK or Manchester UK office and offers a flexible onsite schedule of onsite 3-4 days per week.
This role is remote for candidates that are not located within a reasonable commuting distance from one of our BDA office locations.

TRAVEL:

Required across EMEA and internationally as needed

The role requires a proven regional business builder who can identify EMEA market opportunities, cultivate executive-level relationships, develop innovative sponsorship and merchandise strategies, and translate client objectives into measurable commercial outcomes. Working closely with the Managing Director — EMEA and global leadership, the Director will play a critical role in shaping regional strategy, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and accelerating long-term growth across priority EMEA markets.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Business Development

Lead the development and execution of EMEA growth strategies designed to expand revenue, increase market share, and strengthen the organisation's sports and entertainment portfolio across priority markets.
Establish, cultivate, and expand strategic relationships with leagues, clubs, rights holders, sponsors, agencies, venues, partners, and key industry stakeholders across EMEA.
Identify and capitalise on new business opportunities by leveraging regional relationships, market intelligence, global capabilities, and emerging sports and entertainment trends.
Drive sponsor engagement initiatives that increase activation effectiveness, improve programme adoption, and maximise partnership value.
Collaborate with EMEA and global leadership to develop innovative merchandise, marketing, fan engagement, employee engagement, and sponsorship solutions that support client objectives and organisational growth.

Client & Partnership Leadership

Serve as a trusted advisor to key EMEA clients and partners, delivering strategic recommendations that enhance partnership performance and long-term value.
Lead efforts to retain, grow, and regionalise existing partnerships through proactive relationship management, consultative business planning, and coordinated account leadership.
Partner with account teams to develop integrated sales, marketing, merchandise, and activation strategies that drive revenue growth and client success across EMEA.
Ensure exceptional client experiences through responsive service, operational excellence, strategic problem-solving, and effective coordination across countries and functions.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

Foster a high-performance EMEA culture through mentorship, accountability, continuous development, and recognition.
Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports and cross-functional contributors, adapting coaching styles to maximise individual and team effectiveness across markets.
Partner with EMEA executive leadership on staffing strategies, organisational design, succession planning, and capability-building initiatives.

Financial & Operational Management

Establish performance objectives, revenue targets, and key metrics aligned with organizational goals.
Manage team budgets and resources to ensure profitability, operational efficiency, and responsible financial stewardship.
Monitor business performance through reporting, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
Ensure teams effectively manage expenses while maximizing return on investment and growth opportunities.

We are pleased to share the base salary range for this position is £135,000 to £165,000. If you are hired at BDA, your compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, education, and experience, while also taking internal equity and pay fairness into account. In the spirit of transparency, the range listed represents the full base salary range for the role, with starting salaries typically set within this range to allow room for growth over time. Certain revenue-generating positions may be eligible for incentive compensation.

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