An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Education Business Development Manager to join a growing organisation working with Local Authorities, Multi Academy Trusts, schools and wider education stakeholders.

Location: London, South East and East of England
Employment Type: Full time, permanent
Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 plus uncapped commission

This is a consultative sales role focused on developing a defined region, building senior relationships and creating new business opportunities across education and public sector markets. Benefits include hybrid working, 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension, business travel expenses, strong internal support and excellent long term career development.

About the role

You will manage the full sales process from prospecting and discovery through to presentations, proposals, negotiation and closing new business.

You will engage with senior stakeholders across Local Authorities, MATs, SEND, Inclusion, Alternative Provision and schools, positioning solutions that support positive outcomes within education.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage a regional sales plan
• Build relationships with Local Authorities, MATs, schools and education partners
• Engage senior decision makers across education, SEND, Inclusion and public sector teams
• Generate new business through outreach, LinkedIn, referrals, events and account development
• Manage pipeline, forecasting, proposals and negotiations
• Work with internal teams to support onboarding and long term customer success

About you

You will have experience in education, EdTech, SEND, public sector, Local Authority sales or wider education services.

You may currently be a Business Development Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Account Manager, Strategic Account Manager, Partnerships Manager, Education Consultant or similar.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience selling into schools, MATs, Local Authorities or public sector organisations
• Strong new business and consultative sales skills
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders
• Experience managing a territory or named accounts
• Strong pipeline management and forecasting skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Experience within SEND, Inclusion, Attendance, Alternative Provision, mental health, wellbeing or education technology would be highly advantageous.

Package

• £50,000 to £60,000 basic salary
• Uncapped commission
• Hybrid working
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension
• Business travel and mileage expenses paid
• Supportive, mission led team

Apply today!