Business Development Manager

<p><strong>Hiring Manager: Rob Steadman</strong></p> <p><strong>Closing Date - 29th January 2026</strong></p> <p><strong><em>The Opportunity</em></strong></p> <p><strong>The Business Development Manager plays a pivotal role in driving growth across Searchflow’s existing client portfolio while uncovering new opportunities within commercial real estate law firms and residential conveyancing practices.</strong></p> <p>Leveraging their proven sales expertise, they craft and close complex, high-value deals in dynamic, digitally evolving markets. Operating with confidence and agility in a fast-paced, client-centric environment, they combine deep market insight with a strong understanding of customer needs to build lasting relationships and unlock new business opportunities for Searchflow.</p> <p>The core mission of this role is to accelerate sales growth as part of a high-performing team, aligning with Landmark’s cultural values and strategic objectives. Demonstrating ambition, resilience, and a results-driven mindset, the Business Development Manager consistently delivers exceptional sales performance.</p> <p><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong>The role will involve:</p> <ul> <li>Identifying new business opportunities and clients</li> <li>Develop and implement growth strategies aligned with company objectives and in line with the strategic direction given by the Legal Market Sales Manager</li> <li>Conducting market research and competitor analysis to inform decision-making<strong>.</strong></li> <li>Building and maintain strong relationships with clients, and external partners, and stakeholders.</li> <li>Drive personal lead generation and conversion activities and take ownership of leads identified by the sales team.</li> <li>Identify customer needs and feedback for product/service improvement to relevant teams</li> <li>Ensure CRM is updated regularly to maintain quality information for business decision making.</li> <li>Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.</li> <li>Assess risks associated with new business opportunities.</li> </ul> <p><strong><em>About You</em></strong></p> <p><strong>You’ll bring extensive experience in customer-facing roles and a relentless drive to exceed expectations. With a solid background in field sales or account management, ideally within B2B environments, you’ll excel at networking and relationship building, creating lasting connections with clients and colleagues alike.</strong></p> <p>You will also demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Strong knowledge of professional account selling techniques</li> <li>Ability to craft and deliver persuasive presentations</li> <li>Confidence working remotely and proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry-specific tools</li> <li>Competence in analysing Excel data and producing Word and PowerPoint materials</li> <li>Experience within the law firm or conveyancing market</li> </ul>