Business Development Manager
Quick answer
The Financial Times is hiring a mid-level Business Development Manager in London, UK, to drive new corporate subscription sales for banking products, with a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits.
- Role
- Business Development Manager
- Organization
- Financial Times
- Location
- London, UK
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Other
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Financial Times is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their London-based subscription sales team, focusing on driving new corporate subscription sales for FT Specialist’s banking products, including The Banker and The Banker Database.
What you'll do
- Present and sell FT Specialist’s banking products effectively to prospective and existing clients
- Build, develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and prospects
- Deliver against agreed new-business sales targets
- Manage opportunities throughout the sales cycle
- Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals and sales contracts
- Use marketing and customer data effectively to identify opportunities and generate subscription sales
What it takes
- Experience selling into the banking or wider financial services sector
- A strong track record in new-business sales
- Experience in prospecting, lead development, lead follow-up, targeted account selling and closing new business
- Strong persuasion, negotiation and commercial communication skills
- Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
- Experience managing complex or high-value client relationships
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in London, UK.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience selling into the banking or wider financial services sector, a strong track record in new-business sales, and experience in prospecting, lead development, lead follow-up, targeted account selling and closing new business.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates can apply through the official Financial Times careers site.
How to apply
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