Head of Business Development

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 28 April 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£75,000 / year
CATEGORY
Business Development
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SKILLS

Business development Client strategy Architecture Urban design Built environment UK development markets Procurement processes Network of developers

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Business Development

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

London

£70,000 - £75,000 Annually

Permanent

Key Responsibility

  • Working directly with the Managing Director and London Partners, you will lead the UK business development strategy
  • Identify and pursue opportunities across the UK built environment, providing strategic assessments of potential projects and pipeline management
  • Chair monthly pipeline meetings with London leadership and define market priorities for the studio
  • Oversee responses to RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs. Working closely with the Bid and Commercial Manager on fee proposals and contract negotiations
  • Execute and oversee proposal production, ensuring exceptional narrative positioning and visual quality
  • Act as a key face of the brand at industry forums, conferences, and evening events
  • Maintain CRM systems and provide regular reporting to the global leadership team

Skills & Experience

  • 7+ years in business development or client strategy within architecture, urban design, or the broader built environment
  • Master’s degree in Architecture, Business, Communications, or a related field
  • Deep understanding of UK development markets, procurement processes, and an existing network of developers and consultants
  • Excellent written and visual communication skills
  • Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign) and experience with CRM systems is desirable
  • Comfortable operating at a high strategic level and with document production and organisation

Benefits

  • Working in a central London on UK based projects
  • Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package
  • A vibrant, social office culture that encourages industry engagement
  • Opportunity to work alongside world-class design leaders and innovators

If you want to be instrumental in projects that define the future of our cities send me your CV!

Consultant: Louise Coates

Strategic Appointments Consultant

Email: [contact hidden]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisemcoates/

Reference number: 72222

Profession: Business Support

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