Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

KnowledgeBrief

Start Date: October / November 

Full-time, Remote/Hybrid — We operate on a home-working model, but the candidate must be able to travel to London once per month within a 2-hour commute

Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 per annum basic salary, dependent on experience

• At this stage, the higher end of the salary banding will be considered for candidates with considerable experience selling within the apprenticeship sector.

Commission: Uncapped commission on all apprenticeship starts once monthly target is met

Travel: Monthly travel to London for team days is reimbursed in full

Closing date for application will be Monday 27th October 2025

Ready to Shape the Future of Leadership and Business Management?

Want to help redefine how professionals learn and lead across the UK? 

Join KnowledgeBrief - a fast-growing, mission-driven team delivering impactful leadership and management apprenticeships to clients across a range of industries, including media, finance, government, retail, and the NHS.

We're not just selling training, we're inspiring leadership at every level, and in an exciting period of growth.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our Commercial team, you'll work alongside passionate, driven colleagues to grow our apprenticeship partnerships and deliver exceptional client experiences. You'll be working proactively and consultatively with a variety of clients in upskilling their existing workforce through our proud and industry-leading selection of Leadership and Business Management apprenticeships. You'll collaborate directly with the Business Development Team Leaders and play a key role in expanding our national reach.

Learn more about our values and vision at

Business Development Manager - What's On Offer

• Full-time role, 37.5 hours per week
• Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Uncapped commission on all apprenticeship starts once monthly target is met
• Undertake a fully funded Chartered Management Institute qualification
• Career progression to Senior Business Development Manager based on performance and length of service
• 5.6 weeks annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Paid company closure over the winter holidays
• 2 weeks full sick pay per year
• Remote working from home with travel to London required once per month (travel costs reimbursed)

Business Development Manager - Your Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research new apprenticeship prospects
• Generate interest via cold calling, email campaigns, and social media outreach
• Attend networking events to build relationships
• Lead client meetings virtually and occasionally in person
• Produce timely business proposals
• Hit monthly apprenticeship start targets
• Conduct learner and manager briefings
• Manage client accounts and identify upsell opportunities
• Provide prospect updates to the Commercial Director
• Maintain accurate CRM records

Ideal candidates will showcase some or all of the following experience:

• Proven success in telesales or business development (essential)
• Experience in selling apprenticeships and training (highly desirable)
• Target-focused, driven and yearning to succeed 
• Warm, able to connect with a variety of stakeholders and build strong relationships
• Confident and effective communicator, particularly with senior stakeholders
• Customer-focused mindset across diverse industries
• Self-motivated, resilient, and adaptable
• Organised, enthusiastic, and goal-oriented

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited by the idea of helping leaders grow, and growing your own career in the process, send us your CV and we will be in touch.

We look forward to hearing from you

Nathan

People Partner

KnowledgeBrief

KnowledgeBrief is an Equal Opportunities employer. All qualified candidates will be considered.