Business Development Manager

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom S Knights Recruitment Full time £45,000 - £55,000 per year
Business Development Manager

Location: London
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000

If you're driven by impact, inspired by helping organisations transform their workforce, and motivated by meaningful relationships at C-suite level, this role gives you the platform to influence the future of skills across UK businesses.

About the Company

Join a highly respected professional services organisation recognised for its values-led culture, commitment to doing the right thing, and focus on people development. This is a business that partners with leading universities, business schools and specialist providers to deliver world-class learning programmes that create real workplace impact.

You'll join a culture where:

  • Individuality is celebrated, and ideas matter

  • Flexibility and work–life balance are genuinely supported

  • Leaders are accessible and invested in your growth

  • Social impact, community contribution and purpose-driven work are part of everyday life

You'll be part of a collaborative team that thrives on curiosity, innovation and continuous improvement.

About the Job

As a Business Development Manager in the Talent Solutions division, you'll be a key driver of growth for tailored learning and development programmes.

In this role, you will:

  • Identify, engage and convert new clients for skills and development programmes

  • Position apprenticeship levy–funded and specialist learning solutions as strategic tools for workforce transformation

  • Build strong relationships with C-suite and senior stakeholders to understand their organisational skills needs

  • Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring exceptional service and identifying further opportunities

  • Cross-sell wider business services to maximise client value

  • Maintain accurate reporting, CRM management and compliance

  • Collaborate closely with internal delivery teams to ensure a seamless client journey

This is a consultative sales role with meaningful influence and the opportunity to shape workforce capability across multiple sectors.

Ideal Candidate

  • Experience in Business Development or sales, ideally managing senior or C-suite relationships

  • Proven ability to win new business and bring in new clients

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Self-motivated, proactive and able to manage multiple clients

  • A consultative, solution-focused approach to selling

Desirable (not required):

  • Understanding of apprenticeships or L&D

  • Existing network of relevant industry contacts

  • CRM proficiency and strong Microsoft Office skills

  • Experience using LinkedIn and Sales Navigator for prospecting

If you don't meet every single requirement, the organisation will support you to grow, attitude and drive are equally important.


If you're looking to join a forward-thinking organisation where your work has real impact on businesses, communities and society, then this is your next step. Apply now and be part of a team that's purpose-driven, innovative and committed to doing what's right.

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