Business Development Manager

TPF Recruitment | Full time

Canterbury, United Kingdom | Posted on 18/04/2026

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• Job ID ZR_6999_JOB
• Date Opened 18/04/2026
• Job Type Full time
• Industry -Accounting
• Salary £35,000-£55,000
• City Canterbury
• Province Kent
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code CT1 3DN

TPF Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly respected and well-established Accountancy Practice as they look to welcome an experienced Business Development Manager into their growing team.

Our client is expanding their newly created Growth function and is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to support ongoing firmwide growth. This role will focus on driving new client acquisition by identifying, engaging and converting prospective clients across targeted sectors.

Working closely with the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) and the wider Growth team, your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing lead-generation strategies in collaboration with the marketing team.

• Building and nurturing relationships with prospective clients, industry contacts and referral partners, involving relevant Partners when needed.

• Working collaboratively with Partners to hand over qualified leads with the appropriate supporting materials to facilitate successful conversion.

• Aligning closely with marketing to support targeted campaigns and outreach initiatives.

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all prospect interactions within the CRM system.

• Meeting or exceeding agreed sales and growth targets.

• Supporting additional projects or responsibilities that contribute to the firm’s strategic objectives.

The successful applicant will bring:

• A proven track record in B2B sales or business development, ideally within accountancy, finance, or professional services.

• Strong prospecting abilities and a proactive approach to generating opportunities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Effective project management capabilities.

• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand complex client needs.

• A solid understanding of professional service offerings.

• Proficiency with CRM systems and managing a sales pipeline.

• £50,000 - £60,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable.
• A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer.
• Flexible/ Hybrid working.
• Parking
• Please apply for the vacancy or contact Luke Harrison for a confidential conversation.
• Luke@tpfrecruitment.com
• 01227 533 007

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