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K3522 – Business Development Director, Hard Assets – UK, Thames Valley / South East (Hybrid) – Asset Finance Job title: K3522 – Business Development Director, Hard Assets – UK, Thames Valley / South East (Hybrid) – Asset Finance Contract type: Location: England Function: Salary: Excellent salary, bonus and benefits Reference: K3522 Contact email: Contact phone: Job Published: August 11, 2026 Workplace Type Hybrid Job description K3522 – Business Development Director, Hard Assets – Asset Finance – UK, SE England / Thames Valley (Hybrid) New Leaf Search has partnered with a multi-national asset finance company in its search for a Business Development Director, Hard Assets . Excellent salary, bonus and benefits. UK, SE England / Thames Valley (Hybrid). This is a newly created role with a clear mandate to drive growth and diversification across the hard asset portfolio. Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will develop and execute a business development strategy aligned to the company’s long-term growth objectives, operating within a competitive and mature market. This role requires a senior, field-based new business professional with a strong track record in B2B origination rather than account management. Key Accountabilities • Develop and execute strategies to drive business growth and profitability • Identify and pursue new market and sector opportunities • Monitor competitor activity, market conditions and industry trends • Shape future strategy using deep sector knowledge and insight • Deliver accurate reporting, forecasting and performance metrics • Support new product development from concept through to launch • Act as a change agent in an evolving, fast-paced environment • Implement data-driven marketing initiatives to support sales activity • Oversee local marketing activity, including LinkedIn and digital channels Person Specification • Proven experience in B2B business development within Financial Services • Strong track record of originating new business in competitive markets • Commercially astute with P&L awareness • Strong understanding of asset finance pricing, credit and asset risk • Confident influencing senior stakeholders across functions • Strategic thinker with the ability to operate at both high-level and detail • Strong negotiation, presentation and communication skills • Comfortable evaluating new financing models and alternative funding solutions • Competent across Microsoft Office tools We strongly favour applicants with proven, relevant experience in Financial Services; particularly Asset Finance and Leasing. You will also require relevant IN-COUNTRY experience; without which, your application will NOT be considered. 📩 Apply in confidence by sending your CV. Referral Bonus: £500 if you recommend someone we place.