Senior Business Development Manager (Grants)

Location: London, United Kingdom; flexible hybrid arrangement with up to 100 remote days per year.

Company

hirify.global is a professional services company that delivers consulting, digital, and managed services in innovation, HR, and tax across 14 countries.

What you will do

• Engage C-level stakeholders and key decision-makers throughout the sales cycle for the Grants offering.
• Identify and qualify grant funding opportunities aligned with clients’ innovation and growth strategies.
• Coordinate and advise on grant application processes with internal delivery teams.
• Maintain CRM records, manage the sales pipeline, and prepare forecasts and performance reports.
• Monitor funding trends and regulations and act as a trusted client advisor.
• Collaborate with marketing and delivery teams on pitch materials and campaign strategies.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in business development, B2B consultative sales, or another senior business-generating role.
• 3–5+ years of direct experience with innovation projects in research, commercial R&D, or consulting.
• Bachelor’s degree or academic equivalent.
• Strong client communication, relationship-building, networking, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage a pipeline, research opportunities, and develop strategic pitches.
• Ability to work from the London office with a hybrid arrangement.

Culture & Benefits

• Access to hirify.global Academy, hirify.global Digital Academy, career coaching, and tailored development programs.
• Training in R&D tax consulting and support for professional qualifications.
• 25 days of annual leave, with the option to purchase five additional days, plus an extra birthday day off.
• Private health cover, Healthshield membership, remote GP access, pension contributions, and death-in-service benefit.
• Company laptop and iPhone, cycle-to-work scheme, gym discounts, and employee shopping and leisure discounts.
• International mobility opportunities and regular team events.