Principal Business Development

The Opportunity

Are you a strategic visionary who excels at opening doors and building lasting partnerships? We are a leading global design and delivery consultancy known for transforming how world-class brands operate. We are currently seeking a high-caliber Principal of Business Development to join our Client Solutions team.

In this pivotal leadership role, you won't just be finding leads—you will be architecting the growth strategy for an entire region. You will lead a high-performing team to identify, nurture, and secure partnerships with the world’s most dynamic organizations, ensuring our brand remains at the forefront of industry innovation.

We believe that a well-designed environment is the catalyst for peak performance. Our firm operates with an agile, end-to-end approach, delivering seamless results across borders through a blend of insightful strategy and cutting-edge technology.

As a senior leader in our Client Solutions division, you will:

• Strategize for Growth: Develop and execute localized business development blueprints that align with our ambitious global objectives.
• Cultivate High-Value Networks: Map and track key client relationships, leveraging your industry expertise to engage prospective partners through innovative, brand-led events and research.
• Lead & Mentor: Build and coach a specialized local team, empowering them to excel in market research, client intelligence, and high-impact networking.
• Collaborate Globally: Partner with multidisciplinary teams (Marketing, Design, and Delivery) across regions to provide holistic solutions for global clients.
• Drive Excellence: Champion the use of data-driven CRM insights and risk management strategies to ensure seamless project transitions and long-term profitability.

• Market Mastery: 10+ years (preferred) of experience in senior-level business development or client solutions within a global consultancy or professional services environment.
• Strategic Intuition: A proven track record of achieving significant growth targets and navigating complex, multi-layered markets with organizational agility.
• Natural Leadership: Experience managing and developing diverse teams, with a focus on coaching, clear feedback, and fostering an inclusive culture.
• Exceptional Communication: The ability to influence stakeholders at the C-suite level and present complex proposals with impact and clarity.
• Resilience & Creativity: An entrepreneurial mindset that thrives in fast-paced environments and approaches challenges with adaptable, creative solutions.

• Global Reach: Contribute to projects for some of the world’s most iconic brands.
• Empowerment: A culture that values your autonomy and encourages independent thinking.
• Well-being: Comprehensive rewards, mental health support, and true hybrid working flexibility.
• Impact: A lead role in a firm committed to sustainability, CSR, and positive community impact.