Senior Business Development - Data Services Consultant

The Role: 

We’re looking for a highly motivated, hunter-style Senior Business Development Specialist to join Keyrus UK and drive new business growth across data analytics, AI, cloud, and digital innovation projects. 

You will be instrumental in expanding our footprint in the Financial Services & Insurance sector and beyond, focusing on outbound prospecting, new logo acquisition, and pipeline acceleration .

• Target start date: February 2026

• Hybrid model - 2 days at Canary Wharf - Office

Responsibilities:

• Identify and actively pursue new sales opportunities aligned with Keyrus’ strategic growth objectives across data analytics, data management, data science, AI and cloud/digital projects.

• Build, manage, and maintain a robust outbound sales pipeline , leveraging the best tools and outreach strategies to engage and qualify prospects.

• Establish and nurture high-value relationships with senior client stakeholders and industry influencers, positioning Keyrus as a trusted partner in data and digital innovation.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, including consulting and delivery, to uncover new business opportunities and tailor solutions that meet client needs.

• Work closely with key technology partners ( Alteryx, Snowflake, Databricks, Qlik, Tableau, AWS, Microsoft ) to generate leads, co-sell, and deepen market presence.

What we're looking for in our applicants: 

• 5+ years of proven success in new business development , specifically within IT, data solutions, AI services, or cloud sales.

• Demonstrated hunter mentality: you thrive on cold outreach, lead generation, and closing new logos from scratch.

• Strong understanding of IT a nd/or  data & digital innovation technologies and their application in solving complex business challenges.

• Exceptional communication skills and confidence in engaging with senior decision-makers, especially in Financial Services & Insurance (FS&I / FIS).

• Proactive and strategic thinker, able to uncover client needs and align Keyrus’ solutions effectively.

• Experience with CRM tools like Salesforce is a plus, but not required.

Why Keyrus?

Joining Keyrus means joining a market leader in the Data Intelligence field and an (inter)national player in Management Consultancy and Digital Experience.

You will be part of a young and ever learning enterprise with an established international network of thought leading professionals driven by bridging the gap between innovation and business. You get the opportunity to meet specialised and professional consultants in a multicultural ecosystem.

Keyrus gives you the opportunity to showcase your talents and potential, to build up experience through working with our clients, with the opportunity to grow depending on your capabilities and affinities, in a great working and dynamic atmosphere. 

Keyrus UK Benefits:

• Competitive holiday allowance

• Very comprehensive Private Medical Plan

• Flexible working patterns

• Workplace Pension Scheme

• Sodexo Lifestyle Benefits

• Discretionary Bonus Scheme 

• Referral Bonus Scheme

• Training & Development via KLX (Keyrus Learning Experience)