Principal, Business Development

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Principal, Business Development to join our Client Solutions team and drive business growth, strengthen client partnerships, and expand our market presence in the South Island and across New Zealand. The role involves developing and executing regional business development strategies, identifying new opportunities, and building long-term relationships with clients.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include developing and executing a targeted business development strategy, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, and analysing market trends and client insights to inform business development priorities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate is an accomplished business development leader with strong commercial acumen, an established network of contacts, and a proven ability to build meaningful client relationships that translate into business growth.

Requirements

• Accomplished business development leader with strong commercial acumen
• Established network of contacts
• Proven ability to build meaningful client relationships
• Experience developing and executing successful business development strategies
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining senior-level client relationships
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical capabilities, and ability to translate market intelligence into actionable business strategies
• Collaborative and adaptable approach
• Results-oriented mindset with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional client outcomes

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous benefits package
• Pension
• Paid holiday leave
• Travel opportunities across global offices