Senior Recruitment Consultant @ Anson McCade | IT Recruitment SpecialistDirector of Business Development – Data and AI | £130k + 20% Bonus + £5k Car Allowance | London | HybridI’m working on a

high-impact Director-level role

with a rapidly growing AI and Data consulting business, backed by a global brand. This is a

new AI practice with serious investment

– and they’re looking for a

proven Business Development leader

who knows how to sell complex, bespoke data and AI solutions into enterprise clients.This role is perfect for someone who has already

made the move into full-time sales

, likely from a

consulting or technical background

, and now wants to scale something new. You’ll be one of the first senior hires in the AI team, helping shape how this function grows – both commercially and strategically.Greenfield AI and Data practice

– join early and influence how the offerings are shaped and taken to marketYou’ll be selling

AI strategy, data platforms, and engineering services

– not off-the-shelf productsExpect to work across existing clients and net-new logos – in sectors like

Financial Services, Telco, Retail, Utilities, and Public SectorReal opportunity to own and grow a vertical, build out relationships, and become a go-to for AI sales within the businessBonus structure is

team-based

, not just commission-led – they reward collaboration, not lone-wolf selling6+ years in Business Development or Sales roles

, with a strong record of selling consulting or IT services- At least 1 year of experience selling AI, Data or Analytics services/solutions

(not products)- You’ve likely come from a

delivery or technical background

, but have fully transitioned into client-facing BD roles- You can credibly discuss trends in AI and spot where value can be unlocked for clients- If you''re in a

sales-focused role

and looking for something more entrepreneurial — where you can have

real influence and commercial ownership

— this is a rare chance to step into a Director role with both autonomy and backing.Employment type

Full-time

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