Strategic Business Development Consultant (Hybrid)

Lloyds Bank plc; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Business Development Consultant based in Edinburgh. This full-time role focuses on building relationships within the workplace pensions market. Responsibilities include collaborating with Business Development Managers, developing tailored strategies for accounts, and supporting new business opportunities. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities. A competitive salary starting at £47,790, along with a generous benefits package including a pension contribution of up to 15% and annual performance bonuses, is offered.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution

Annual performance-related bonus

Share schemes

Discounted shopping

28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Wellbeing initiatives

Generous parental leave policies

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of current legislative and regulatory developments.
• Ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Track record of developing original solutions to complex challenges.
• Ability to manage workloads and ensure robust reporting processes.
• Engaging and inspiring communicator in both email and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Support Business Development Managers to achieve business growth.
• Develop strategies tailored to unique account panels.
• Support new business opportunities beyond owned account panels.
• Act as a key contact for service-related issues.
• Gather and share market intelligence on peers and competitors.

Skills

Understanding of the workplace pensions market

Strong personal credibility

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Influencing and negotiation skills

Job description

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Business Development Consultant based in Edinburgh. This full-time role focuses on building relationships within the workplace pensions market. Responsibilities include collaborating with Business Development Managers, developing tailored strategies for accounts, and supporting new business opportunities. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities. A competitive salary starting at £47,790, along with a generous benefits package including a pension contribution of up to 15% and annual performance bonuses, is offered.