Business Development Manager – Remote

Company Overview

Our client is an established boutique executive search firm operating globally across specialised technology markets including Semiconductors, Photonics, Electronics, Robotics & Automation.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a close-knit, search firm where you’ll work with high-value clients in cutting-edge technology sectors.

You’ll have the autonomy to focus on what you do best – whether that’s opening new doors or building lasting client relationships with support from experienced leaders and a collaborative team that values quality over volume.

This Search business partners with innovative technology companies and leadership teams, delivering high-quality retained search assignments within highly specialised international markets. Operating with a fully remote team, the firm focuses on quality, long-term client relationships, and consultative search rather than high-volume recruitment.

Due to continued growth, the business is now looking to hire a commercially focused Business Development Manager to support the expansion of its global client base.

The Opportunity – Business Development Manager (Executive Search)

This opportunity is designed for a commercially driven professional who enjoys building relationships, opening new markets, and developing long-term partnerships with senior decision-makers.

Working closely with the leadership team, you will focus on generating new client relationships and identifying executive search opportunities across the firm’s specialist technology sectors.

The business operates on a split-desk model, meaning your focus will be on business development and client engagement, while a dedicated delivery team manages the execution of search assignments.

This role is best suited to someone who enjoys consultative selling, working internationally, and engaging with senior leaders in highly specialised industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing new client relationships across global technology markets
• Identifying and securing executive search mandates with senior leadership teams
• Building long-term partnerships with CEOs, founders, and technology leaders
• Working closely with the internal delivery consultants to ensure successful execution of assignments
• Managing pipeline activity, forecasting, and commercial performance
• Representing the business through networking and industry led events

Skills and Experience

• Business development experience with proven ability to generate new business and win clients
• Consultative sales approach with ability to build strategic relationships with C-suite and senior leaders
• You’ll be comfortable and have the ability to work both independently and in a team (remote)
• Strong relationship-building and account management skills
• Experience of working with clients Internationally
• Consultative, strategic approach to sales rather than transactional
• Intrinsic motivation to provide ‘great work’ rather than being driven primarily by high earnings
• Experience and interest in working in technology whether that’s Semiconductors, Photonics, Electronics or any other deep Tech sector
• Proven track record of growing accounts and maintaining long-term senior client relationships
• Experience selling professional services, technology solutions, or recruitment services
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers

Value Proposition

• Autonomy to focus on your core strengths: this company deliberately separates business development from delivery so team members can specialise in what they do best rather than juggling competing priorities
• Flexible, supportive working environment: fully remote with a coaching-led management style focused on helping people improve rather than KPI-driven pressure
• Quality-focused culture: working with high-value clients in niche technology sectors where depth and expertise matter more than volume; this is not transactional recruitment
• Close-knit, collaborative team: Colleagues support each other rather than competing.  
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology businesses:
• Potential for strong earning potential linked to commercial performance

This role is ideal for a commercially driven professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new markets, and working in a consultative environment with senior leaders across cutting-edge technology sectors.

For the right individual, this represents an excellent opportunity to join a growing boutique business and play a key role in expanding its international client base.