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Client Development Lead Forensic and Technical Services


Company : Halliwell


Location : London, England


Created : 2026-03-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

As part of the continuing expansion of our forensic and technical services in EMEA, Halliwell Global, incorporating Brawdia, Halliwell Forensics and Fire Research have an exciting opportunity for an energised individual to take up the newly formed role of Client Development lead.The successful candidate will be based in the UK and responsible for providing a range of activities in the account management and business development arena with a specific focus on retaining key clients, as well as identifying, seeking and securing new opportunities. The winning candidate will report to Executive Director, working day to day with our business unit leaders.Halliwell Global is a multi-disciplinary engineering, building advisory and forensic investigation firm, founded in 1954 and wholly owned by global claims services provider McLarens. It provides expert, technical and unbiased services to insurance companies, law firms, and corporations across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific.Summary of Responsibilities:Working closelywith Business Leaders and senior 'sponsors' of our Forensic and Technical businesses, the role will involvea range of key account management responsibilities, including:Developing relationships across each accountAttending periodical review meetingsDrawing up strategic plansto identify/target growthopportunitiesWorking closely with global marketing to ensure consistent positioning and brand alignmentDrafting / implementing client handlinginstructions, ensuring best-practice standards across our forensic and technical service linesAchieving agreed revenue growth and client-retention targets.Working closely with the Business Development team, Practice Heads & Client Services to develop and maximise opportunities in specialist areas.Identify and prioritise target clients and sectors feeding into annual budget forecasts and strategic plans.Supporting new business initiatives and pitch opportunities, ensuring our technical capabilities are clearly articulated and commercially compelling.Identifying opportunities for thought leadership, technical guidance, and promotional materials to enhance market presence.Disseminate client and market developments across the business to ensure cohesive and informed decision-making.Track progress on business development actions and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure follow-through.Working as part of a team to assist in the production of tender/presentation materialContribute to the preparation of tender submissions, capability statements, and client presentations.Helping to identify/formulate USPs and key propositionsAssist with the collation and refinement of content for PQQs, ITTs, RFQs, and due diligence responses.Assisting in the compilation of content for due diligence responsesUndertaking projects, attending conferences and events and other ad hoc work as required.Requirements of the Role:Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsA proven trackrecord of buildingstrong working relationships, externally and internallyStrong stakeholder management with the ability to balance multiple deadlinesDemonstrated success in winning new business, retaining key clients, and supporting the growth of technical or project-based service linesPersonal pride in delivering outputs on time, with a focus on quality and communicationHighly organised, able to balance multiple deadlines while maintaining excellent communication and documentation standardsWillingness to travel across the UK, Ireland, and internationally as required, including client meetings and industry events.Collaborative, positive, and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Our Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.Please email your resume (PDF File) toNo agency calls please!