Business Development Manager - Broker & Lending Partnerships

Our client is a leading financial services company committed to delivering innovative and reliable funding solutions. Their culture thrives on bravery, brilliance, and betterment. As a private-owned premium funder, they share their success with their dedicated employees. They are waiting for you to join them in shaping the future of financial services! Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in expanding broker partnerships, growing market presence, and driving deal flow across an established and growing referral network. As the Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of developing and managing broker and referral relationships while actively identifying new business opportunities across the finance and lending market. This role is ideal for a commercially minded BDM who enjoys being on the front foot — building trusted relationships, managing active pipelines, driving conversions, and contributing to the ongoing growth strategy of the business. You will work closely with brokers, customers, and internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional service outcomes while helping grow awareness of the company’s funding solutions across the market. Key ResponsibilitiesManage and grow an established broker and referral partner networkDevelop new broker relationships and strategic partnerships to drive business growthProactively manage pipeline activity to maximise deal progression and conversionEducate and support brokers to improve submission quality and approval outcomesPromote the company’s product suite and value proposition across the broker marketAttend networking events and identify emerging market opportunities and trendsCollaborate with leadership on growth strategies, sales initiatives, and forecastingMaintain accurate CRM activity, pipeline visibility, and reportingDeliver exceptional relationship management and customer service throughout the lending processWhat We’re Looking ForProven experience in Business Development, Broker Management, or Relationship Management within financial services, lending, banking, or commercial financePrevious experience within unsecured lending, working capital, business funding, trade finance, debtor finance, or commercial lending environments is highly regardedStrong understanding of broker-introduced business and SME lending solutionsExisting broker network or industry connections highly regardedDemonstrated success in driving sales growth and managing active pipelinesStrong ability to build and maintain long-term business relationshipsConfident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skillsHighly organised with strong commercial acumen and attention to detailSelf-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environmentExperience using CRM systems and sales reporting toolsWhy Join?Join a growing and ambitious finance business with strong market momentumHigh-visibility role working directly with senior leadershipGenuine opportunity to influence growth strategy and business outcomesSupportive and collaborative team cultureCompetitive salary package with performance-based incentivesLong-term career growth and development opportunities