Senior Business Development Manager

Affluence exists to support business owners with smarter financial solutions. Based in London, we work with entrepreneurs, SMEs, and growing enterprises to provide expert payroll, business consulting, and wealth planning services. Our goal is to simplify the complex, deliver clear value, and offer trusted, relationship-led support that helps clients lead with confidence and plan for the future.

Senior Business Development Manager

Location: London (Hybrid)
Department: Business Consulting
Reports to: Head of Business Consulting
Salary: £40k - £50k Basic + Commission + Bonus

What You'll Do

We're looking for a commercially minded and results-driven Senior Business Development Manager to join our growing Business Consulting team at Affluence. You'll play a key role in identifying, developing, and managing new client relationships across a range of industries - focusing on delivering tailored consulting solutions that support business growth, efficiency, and long-term value.

You'll work closely with founders, directors, and C-suite leaders to understand their challenges and position Affluence as a strategic partner. From first contact through to conversion, you'll own the full sales cycle while collaborating with internal teams to deliver exceptional service.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and convert new business opportunities across SME and mid-market segments

Build and manage a pipeline of qualified leads through outbound activity, referrals, and partnerships

Conduct in-depth discovery calls to understand business needs and propose relevant consulting solutions

Deliver confident, value-led presentations and proposals to senior stakeholders

Collaborate with internal consultants, marketing, and service teams to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery

Track and report on sales performance, forecasts, and insights

Maintain strong knowledge of market trends, industry challenges, and client pain points

Represent Affluence at events, webinars, and networking opportunities

What You Bring

5+ years of experience in B2B sales, consulting, or professional services

Proven track record of winning and developing business with senior decision-makers

Commercially sharp with an understanding of common SME growth challenges (e.g. funding, structure, operational strategy)

Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

Comfortable owning revenue targets and pipeline metrics

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team

A strategic mindset with strong business acumen

Degree in Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

What Sets You Apart

Experience within a business consultancy, advisory, or growth-focused environment

Ability to translate complex challenges into practical solutions

Naturally curious, proactive, and confident engaging with entrepreneurs and business leaders

A passion for helping businesses grow with clarity and confidence

What Affluence Offers

Competitive salary with high commission potential

Clear progression opportunities and leadership exposure

Regular training and support from industry professionals

A collaborative, friendly team environment

Hybrid working options with a central London base

30 days of annual leave (including Bank Holidays)

Company pension and additional perks

Ready to join us?

At Affluence, we don't just consult - we partner with people to help them build better businesses. If you're a self-starter who thrives in a growth-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.