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?? Hybrid - Home-Based with Visits to Chester Office (5 Days Per Month)?? £44,115 - £60,748 + Benefits?? Full-Time, 35 Hours Per Week
Drive Growth, Shape Strategy, and Make a Real Impact in Education!Are you a dynamic and strategic business development professional with a passion for education? Do you thrive on building high-value partnerships and leading sales growth? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading provider of online education solutions that bridges critical learning gaps for students across the UK. As Head of Business Development, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the organisation's reach, particularly within local authorities and multi-academy trusts (MATs), driving revenue growth and securing strategic partnerships.
The RoleAs the Head of Business Development, you will:? Develop and execute a high-impact sales strategy to secure new business across schools, MATs, and local authorities.? Lead and drive the full sales cycle - from identifying opportunities to closing high-value contracts.? Leverage data & insights to identify trends, enhance sales performance, and ensure strategic decision-making.? Foster strong relationships with key external stakeholders to accelerate revenue growth.? Collaborate with marketing & partnerships teams to refine sales processes, enhance onboarding, and create sales collateral.? Lead the business development team, aligning efforts with commercial goals and contributing to a culture of excellence.? Identify and secure high-value tender opportunities, working with internal teams to create winning proposals.
Requirements
You will bring:
? Proven experience in high-value sales within the EdTech or education sector.
? Expertise in new business generation, ideally within local authorities, MATs, or public sector procurement.
? A strong track record of building and managing sales pipelines and securing large contracts.
? Outstanding communication & presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
? A data-driven approach, with CRM expertise and strong numerical skills.
? A strategic mindset, balancing long-term growth with short-term wins.
? Previous leadership experience, managing and developing high-performing teams.
Benefits
What's in It for You?? Competitive Salary (£44,115 - £60,748)? 30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays? Flexible & Hybrid Working (5 days per month in the Chester office, with flexibility for the right candidate)? Private Healthcare & Pension Contribution? Ongoing Professional Development & Career Progression? Employee Assistance Programme? A Collaborative & Purpose-Driven Work Environment
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are a results-driven business development leader who is passionate about transforming education through innovative online solutions, we want to hear from you!
?? Apply by: 12:00 on 6th March 2025
