Expression of Interest
Business Development & Partnerships Director
Build relationships, develop opportunities and grow lasting partnerships. We welcome conversations with experienced commercial leaders who combine strategic thinking, sound judgement and an understanding of exceptional brands.
The opportunity.
Help shape the next stage of Luxury Align’s growth by connecting our capabilities with brands that value strategic thinking, creative quality and commercial purpose.
This role brings together new business development and strategic partnerships. We are interested in people who can identify the right opportunities, understand client priorities and develop relationships that lead to valuable, well-defined engagements.
What you will shape.
- Develop a focused business development approach, identifying priority sectors, prospective clients and opportunities aligned with the agency’s capabilities.
- Build relationships with decision-makers through considered outreach, introductions, industry conversations and relevant networking opportunities.
- Lead discovery conversations to understand client objectives, qualify opportunities and establish clear next steps.
- Collaborate with strategy, creative and digital specialists to prepare proposals, presentations and scopes of work that address client needs.
- Develop referral relationships and complementary partnerships with clear responsibilities, mutual value and practical measures of success.
- Manage the opportunity pipeline, maintain accurate forecasts and support commercial negotiations and a smooth handover into delivery.
What you will bring.
- Substantial experience in business development, strategic partnerships or a related senior commercial role.
- A track record of winning relevant business, developing productive partnerships and building trusted client relationships.
- An understanding of how branding, creative services and digital marketing can address commercial challenges and support growth.
- Strong discovery, proposal development, presentation and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior decision-makers.
- Commercial judgement when assessing budgets, project scope, profitability and the suitability of prospective clients and partners.
- A disciplined approach to pipeline management, thoughtful follow-up and collaboration with the people responsible for delivering the work.
How we think.
We value creative curiosity, thoughtful collaboration and commercial purpose. Strong relationships begin with listening, a clear understanding of what we can deliver and a shared commitment to quality.
Experience with luxury, hospitality, travel, property or lifestyle brands would be particularly relevant, alongside an appreciation of discretion, reputation and the time it takes to build trust.
Let’s explore the fit.
This is an invitation to express interest. Role scope, working arrangements, availability and engagement terms will be discussed individually.
Please share a brief introduction, a link to your CV or professional profile, and selected examples of business or partnerships you have developed. Outline your contribution and the outcomes, using anonymised examples where needed. Include your availability.
Bring your perspective.
Tell us what you could contribute. Please mention “Business Development & Partnerships Director” in your enquiry.