At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you’ll be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact. We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape.
We’re looking for a Director of Regional Engagement & Business Development to join our team on a permanent basis. This role offers a salary of £107,500-£117,500 and is a remote position with close transport links to London.

What you will be doing;
*Overall responsibility for leading the Key Client Accounts and business development teams to deliver budgeted intake numbers across the UK and to grow ICAEW’s market share.
*Responsible for leading ICAEW’s regional member support and driving engagement with Local Networks to ensure that ICAEW’s strategy is delivered locally across the UK.
*Develop a Key Client Account function for all major ATEs, collaborating with colleagues from across the Institute to share insights and coordinate engagement
*Collaborate with the Directors for International, Business and Practice to ensure that the support and value proposition for ICAEW members is aligned and accessible, irrespective of location.
*Collaborate with colleagues in Learning and working with Student Societies to drive regional engagement and support for ICAEW students.
What you will need;
*Extensive B2B business development leadership experience, with a strong track record in driving growth, market share, and client satisfaction
*Strong commercial acumen with proven success managing key client accounts and strategic partnerships across regions
*Experienced in stakeholder engagement and relationship management across ATEs, local networks, and professional bodies, with strong influencing and negotiation skills
*Demonstrated ability in lead generation, sales conversion, contract management, and cross-functional collaboration within professional services/accountancy
*Insight-driven approach, with experience using data to inform strategy or public policy (desirable), alongside strong IT skills (MS Office, CRM such as D365)
*Effective leader with excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills; proactive, adaptable, and knowledgeable of the UK professional services/accountancy sector
What you can expect from us
We believe doing your best work starts with feeling supported both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to give you flexibility, security, and peace of mind:
*A strong pension contribution from us of up to 9%
*Private medical cover with AXA (where eligible), alongside a healthcare cash plan
*Life assurance at 4x your salary
*24-27 days’ holiday, plus Christmas closure and the option to buy or sell extra days
*Flexible and hybrid working to help you find the right balance
*Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks
*Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay
*Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA
*A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you
It’s all part of creating an environment where you can thrive, in work and beyond. For a full overview of our benefits package please see below.
Additional Information
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive enough suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.