Associate Director - Business Development (Asset Finance)

TL;DR

Associate Director - Business Development (Asset Finance): Identifying and acquiring new mid-market clients to provide cashflow and asset finance solutions with an accent on deal structuring and high-value relationship management. Focus on navigating the credit underwriting process, leveraging extensive professional networks, and negotiating complex financial agreements.

Location: Hybrid (Bristol, Southampton, Watford, or Essex); must spend at least 40% of time (2+ days per week) at office sites or meeting clients

Company

hirify.global is a leading UK financial institution focused on rebooting an icon and building the future of finance.

What you will do

• Establish new relationships and identify high-potential prospects in the Mid-Markets segment (£25m - £500m turnover).
• Utilize business research and prospecting tools to target and prioritize new client opportunities.
• Manage the full sales cycle from first contact and trust-building to arranging meetings and explaining the value proposition.
• Collaborate with relationship teams to agree on credit lines and structure financial solutions.
• Provide comprehensive handovers to relationship colleagues while offering ongoing support where needed.

Requirements

• Proven track record in business development through direct client acquisition.
• Expert knowledge of Asset Finance products to maximize delivery across all channels.
• Experience working with mid or large corporate clients within the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in the credit and underwriting process, including the ability to analyze financial documents.
• Extensive connections and an active presence within local professional networks.
• Ability to maintain strong relationships with internal coverage colleagues and external business introducers.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous pension contribution of up to 15%.
• Annual performance-related bonus and share schemes (including free shares).
• 30 days of holiday in addition to bank holidays.
• Diverse and inclusive environment with dedicated support for disabilities and health initiatives.
• Wide range of wellbeing initiatives and flexible parental leave policies.