We’re working with a purpose-led brand on a mission to expand its market presence and deepen relationships across core customer groups. With renewed strategic focus and bold growth ambitions, they’re looking to hire a Head of BD & Partnerships to lead on commercial strategy, build high-impact partnerships, and unlock new revenue opportunities.This is a key leadership role at the intersection of business development, strategic partnerships, and customer growth—ideal for someone who blends commercial rigour with creative thinking.
Why this role stands out:
• Strategic ownership: Lead business development and partnership strategy—identifying new opportunities, shaping commercial deals, and driving market expansion.
• Customer-first approach: Build strategic relationships that create genuine value for customers, strengthening the brand’s reputation as a trusted, long-term partner.
• High-level visibility: Work closely with marketing, product, and executive teams—connecting customer insights to commercial outcomes.
• Growth mindset: Take a legacy brand into new territory by developing, negotiating, and executing partnership models that support long-term business growth.
• Influence & impact: Play a pivotal role in defining how the business engages external partners, distribution channels, and key professional audiences.
What they’re looking for:
• 7+ years’ experience in senior business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership roles.
• Proven track record of shaping and delivering partnership strategies in complex or regulated sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating strategic deals and managing senior-level relationships.
• Customer-focused and insight-led, with a strong grasp of market trends and audience needs.
• Confident communicator and influencer—comfortable operating at a senior leadership level.
• Passionate about innovation, relationship-building, and creating long-term value.
You’ll report into a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership team and join at a time when the business is doubling down on innovation, brand evolution, and customer growth.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a trusted brand through strategic partnerships and commercial leadership.
Why this role stands out:
• Strategic ownership: Lead business development and partnership strategy—identifying new opportunities, shaping commercial deals, and driving market expansion.
• Customer-first approach: Build strategic relationships that create genuine value for customers, strengthening the brand’s reputation as a trusted, long-term partner.
• High-level visibility: Work closely with marketing, product, and executive teams—connecting customer insights to commercial outcomes.
• Growth mindset: Take a legacy brand into new territory by developing, negotiating, and executing partnership models that support long-term business growth.
• Influence & impact: Play a pivotal role in defining how the business engages external partners, distribution channels, and key professional audiences.
What they’re looking for:
• 7+ years’ experience in senior business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership roles.
• Proven track record of shaping and delivering partnership strategies in complex or regulated sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating strategic deals and managing senior-level relationships.
• Customer-focused and insight-led, with a strong grasp of market trends and audience needs.
• Confident communicator and influencer—comfortable operating at a senior leadership level.
• Passionate about innovation, relationship-building, and creating long-term value.
You’ll report into a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership team and join at a time when the business is doubling down on innovation, brand evolution, and customer growth.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a trusted brand through strategic partnerships and commercial leadership.
