Business Development Leader

About Woods Bagot – Architecture for Worlds Ahead

We design places that meet the challenges and opportunities of our rapidly changing world. Our commitment to exploration, impact and community creates enduring, forward‑thinking outcomes, unlocking humanity’s highest potential. With a global design culture devoted to creativity, resilience, and purpose – we ensure every project contributes to our client’s vision, inspiring future generations.

Woods Bagot is part of the 7C Network. The 7C Network is an integrated network of design and architecture companies that provides “Total Place Design,” a holistic approach to creating transformative environments. It combines capabilities from its constituent brands – including Woods Bagot, ERA‑co, Impact Futures, and Customs Bureau – to offer services in placemaking, sustainability, architecture and interior design, and luxury concepts.

Woods Bagot is seeking a Business Development Leader to support our Los Angeles Studio and the broader North American business and client development strategy. Working closely with Principals and Designers, you will lead responses to tenders and project pitches and play a key role in developing innovative, well‑coordinated business development campaigns and client feedback programs. This is a unique opportunity for an energetic and forward‑thinking business development professional to be a central contributor to our strategy, growth, and client relationships.

We believe the unique contribution of every individual drives our success. To support you, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and leave policies.

Working collaboratively with Principals and studio leadership, you will contribute to the growth of our North American business by:

• Developing a strong understanding of Woods Bagot’s business vision, market positioning, and regional presence.
• Partnering with Principals to shape and deliver a strategic business development plan.
• Establishing and managing a targeted client list and client account program.
• Actively contributing to the client pipeline and identification of new opportunities.
• Driving strong opportunity conversion rates through coordinated pursuit strategies.
• Developing reputation‑building themes and business development campaigns that strengthen market presence.

You will thrive as part of a global Business Development, Marketing and Communications team and bring a strong background in business planning, market research, analysis, and lead generation. You are commercially minded, curious about markets and clients, and confident in translating insight into clear business development strategies. Comfortable working collaboratively across disciplines and regions, you build strong relationships with Principals, designers, and stakeholders to support coordinated and effective pursuits.

You are organized, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities, with a keen interest in contributing to long‑term growth and strengthening client relationships in a dynamic, design‑led environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and work effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a proven track record of delivering projects to completion – on time and on budget – often within fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments.
• A self‑motivated, enthusiastic approach, with the personal drive and energy to take ownership and see initiatives through.
• Highly developed listening, written, verbal, and graphic communication skills, supported by a professional and compelling writing style.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Operational excellence in the use of CRM systems and reporting tools to manage pipelines, opportunities suv and performance.
• Experience supporting the project management and preparation of successful tenders, proposals, and submissions.
• A genuine interest in design and business, including an understanding of industry trends and the ability to…