Business Development Manager - Job Description About us Since 2004, we have partnered with leading employers across the UK to ensure young people can fulfil their potential, regardless of background. We create bespoke careers and skills programmes with employers that help young people to find a successful future in key sectors of the economy. We are passionate about the role that employers have in nurturing future talent. Our work focuses on improving social mobility, removing barriers and supporting greater diversity and inclusivity within the future workplace. We lead the way in developing professional, tailored programmes of careers and skills engagement with employers that open up opportunities to young people. Our programmes not only support young people by developing their understanding of careers and building confidence and skills, they also help employers to tackle skills shortages by strengthening the talent pipeline - a win/win outcome for everyone involved. We are a values-led consultancy without shareholders or investors and reinvest all our surpluses in furthering our mission and maximising our social impact. About our team We are a team in every sense and because we all pull together, our working environment is very supportive. Our culture is non-hierarchical and each member of our committed team is individually empowered to be an agent of positive change. The nature of our work is always changing, and we all thrive on this. There's never a dull day and every member of our team is responsive and flexible, eager to develop new skills, experience and ideas. Values and Culture We have built a team of committed and passionate individuals who live our values and culture: Change: We inspire change and embrace challenges in the way we develop and deliver our ideas. We learn from experience and foster an environment where new ideas are celebrated and encouraged. Passion: We are passionate and positive about all our work. We take pride in what we do, responsibility for what we achieve and are always proactive in our approach. Individuality: We recognise individual strengths and support everyone we work with. We celebrate differences and show kindness in all situations. Partnership: We succeed as one team. We are collaborative and respectful to create a culture of trust, where sharing and learning is easy and people can thrive. About the job role The challenges we address are often too big for any one organisation. We build partnerships with purpose that deliver lasting impact. This role will be key to growing our impact with new partners and ultimately the impact we have on young people and the employers we work with. The Business Development Manager will work closely with our broader growth and marketing teams to create new partnerships with like-minded organisations who are ambitious in their efforts to drive the social of young people. Reporting to the Commercial Director, this role is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced team. Our ideal candidate will have experience in a B2B context, be proactive and commercially minded. Importantly, they will champion our vision of a society where a young person's potential isn't limited by their background. The key responsibilities of the role will includes: Business Development Supporting the wider growth plans of the business through identifying and developing growth opportunities and winning new work. Lead generation and qualification, scoping and converting new opportunities that arise from marketing campaigns, networking, events, tenders and partners. Identify emerging market opportunities across the private and public sector. Track trends and developments around social value to shape our propositions. Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records. We use Dynamics and HubSpot. Proposal and Bid Management Lead the creation of high-quality proposals. Co-ordinate the wider team to develop accurate scoping and pricing. Understand client challenges and translate them into bespoke solutions that develop strong and long-term partnerships. Identify, sign up to and manage opportunity identification through appropriate tender portals. Set up and maintain a bid/proposals filing system. Set up and lead the proposal debrief process with both successful and unsuccessful bids and proposals, ensuring learnings and trends are identified, communicated and acted upon going forwards. Marketing and Reputation Support Collaborate closely with Marketing in the identification and conversion of leads generated from marketing campaigns. Work with the marketing team to create case studies and thought leadership content. Attend and represent the organisation at events and conferences, providing regular feedback to the wider team. General Competitor benchmarking - contribute to the growth, marketing, creative and delivery teams' knowledge of competitors and help with the competitive differentiation of our offer on a client-by-client basis. Champion and advocate for a holistic approach to the assessment and consideration of macro-economic factors and market forces analysis. Work alongside growth and delivery teams to better understand targets, how to defend and build client programmes and better understand client relationship dynamics. Undertake any other duties as requested and commensurate with the post. Housekeeping Working hours - a standard full-time week is 37.5 hours. The role is based in Leeds, however, there could be travel across the UK. This could include overnight stays as required (with reasonable notice provided). Unsociable hours may be required. There is a requirement to be in the office a minimum of 2-3 days per week. Beyond this, flexible working and other arrangements are happily considered. As we work with young people, all staff are required to undertake a Criminal Record Bureau/DBS check upon joining, and the checks are repeated throughout your employment. Skills, Experience and Attributes Essential Proven experience (around 2-3 years) in business development or account management. Excellent relationship building and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong written communication with an ability to produce compelling proposals and pitches. Commercially astute, with experience negotiating deals. Able to work independently, prioritise workload and drive results. Able to think outside the box, develop ideas and create clarity from ambiguity. Confident presenting to senior leaders and external audiences. Desirable Experience in a consultancy or client facing organisation. Experience in B2B Business development. Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g. MS CRM Dynamics and HubSpot). Experience supporting marketing or thought leadership activities. Strong understanding of social value/ESG. If you are interested in this role but don't meet every requirement, don't let that put you off. We're interested in potential, attitude and willingness to learn just as much as experience. Our vision is a society where a young person's potential isn't limited by their background. That means we recognise the importance of our team reflecting the communities we serve, so we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds for this role. Application Process If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a CV and covering letter (1-2 pages max). If your application is put through to the next stage, you will be invited to an in-person interview where you will be set an assessment that will be shared with you in advance of your interview. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
30/05/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager - Job Description About us Since 2004, we have partnered with leading employers across the UK to ensure young people can fulfil their potential, regardless of background. We create bespoke careers and skills programmes with employers that help young people to find a successful future in key sectors of the economy. We are passionate about the role that employers have in nurturing future talent. Our work focuses on improving social mobility, removing barriers and supporting greater diversity and inclusivity within the future workplace. We lead the way in developing professional, tailored programmes of careers and skills engagement with employers that open up opportunities to young people. Our programmes not only support young people by developing their understanding of careers and building confidence and skills, they also help employers to tackle skills shortages by strengthening the talent pipeline - a win/win outcome for everyone involved. We are a values-led consultancy without shareholders or investors and reinvest all our surpluses in furthering our mission and maximising our social impact. About our team We are a team in every sense and because we all pull together, our working environment is very supportive. Our culture is non-hierarchical and each member of our committed team is individually empowered to be an agent of positive change. The nature of our work is always changing, and we all thrive on this. There's never a dull day and every member of our team is responsive and flexible, eager to develop new skills, experience and ideas. Values and Culture We have built a team of committed and passionate individuals who live our values and culture: Change: We inspire change and embrace challenges in the way we develop and deliver our ideas. We learn from experience and foster an environment where new ideas are celebrated and encouraged. Passion: We are passionate and positive about all our work. We take pride in what we do, responsibility for what we achieve and are always proactive in our approach. Individuality: We recognise individual strengths and support everyone we work with. We celebrate differences and show kindness in all situations. Partnership: We succeed as one team. We are collaborative and respectful to create a culture of trust, where sharing and learning is easy and people can thrive. About the job role The challenges we address are often too big for any one organisation. We build partnerships with purpose that deliver lasting impact. This role will be key to growing our impact with new partners and ultimately the impact we have on young people and the employers we work with. The Business Development Manager will work closely with our broader growth and marketing teams to create new partnerships with like-minded organisations who are ambitious in their efforts to drive the social of young people. Reporting to the Commercial Director, this role is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-paced team. Our ideal candidate will have experience in a B2B context, be proactive and commercially minded. Importantly, they will champion our vision of a society where a young person's potential isn't limited by their background. The key responsibilities of the role will includes: Business Development Supporting the wider growth plans of the business through identifying and developing growth opportunities and winning new work. Lead generation and qualification, scoping and converting new opportunities that arise from marketing campaigns, networking, events, tenders and partners. Identify emerging market opportunities across the private and public sector. Track trends and developments around social value to shape our propositions. Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records. We use Dynamics and HubSpot. Proposal and Bid Management Lead the creation of high-quality proposals. Co-ordinate the wider team to develop accurate scoping and pricing. Understand client challenges and translate them into bespoke solutions that develop strong and long-term partnerships. Identify, sign up to and manage opportunity identification through appropriate tender portals. Set up and maintain a bid/proposals filing system. Set up and lead the proposal debrief process with both successful and unsuccessful bids and proposals, ensuring learnings and trends are identified, communicated and acted upon going forwards. Marketing and Reputation Support Collaborate closely with Marketing in the identification and conversion of leads generated from marketing campaigns. Work with the marketing team to create case studies and thought leadership content. Attend and represent the organisation at events and conferences, providing regular feedback to the wider team. General Competitor benchmarking - contribute to the growth, marketing, creative and delivery teams' knowledge of competitors and help with the competitive differentiation of our offer on a client-by-client basis. Champion and advocate for a holistic approach to the assessment and consideration of macro-economic factors and market forces analysis. Work alongside growth and delivery teams to better understand targets, how to defend and build client programmes and better understand client relationship dynamics. Undertake any other duties as requested and commensurate with the post. Housekeeping Working hours - a standard full-time week is 37.5 hours. The role is based in Leeds, however, there could be travel across the UK. This could include overnight stays as required (with reasonable notice provided). Unsociable hours may be required. There is a requirement to be in the office a minimum of 2-3 days per week. Beyond this, flexible working and other arrangements are happily considered. As we work with young people, all staff are required to undertake a Criminal Record Bureau/DBS check upon joining, and the checks are repeated throughout your employment. Skills, Experience and Attributes Essential Proven experience (around 2-3 years) in business development or account management. Excellent relationship building and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong written communication with an ability to produce compelling proposals and pitches. Commercially astute, with experience negotiating deals. Able to work independently, prioritise workload and drive results. Able to think outside the box, develop ideas and create clarity from ambiguity. Confident presenting to senior leaders and external audiences. Desirable Experience in a consultancy or client facing organisation. Experience in B2B Business development. Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g. MS CRM Dynamics and HubSpot). Experience supporting marketing or thought leadership activities. Strong understanding of social value/ESG. If you are interested in this role but don't meet every requirement, don't let that put you off. We're interested in potential, attitude and willingness to learn just as much as experience. Our vision is a society where a young person's potential isn't limited by their background. That means we recognise the importance of our team reflecting the communities we serve, so we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds for this role. Application Process If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a CV and covering letter (1-2 pages max). If your application is put through to the next stage, you will be invited to an in-person interview where you will be set an assessment that will be shared with you in advance of your interview. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Development Manager- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Full time, 37 hours per week Permanent Starting salary: £33,119 per annum Hessle/Hybrid working role Active Humber is committed to promoting physical activity and sports across the Humber region. Our vision for the Humber is that it is a place where everyone, every day is physically active. Are you passionate about inclusion and equity, especially for underrepresented groups? If so, this is the opportunity for you. The Development Manager (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) is a new role and you will play a crucial role in designing and delivering programmes that increase participation in community-based physical activity and sport among disadvantaged communities across the Humber. You'll build partnerships, advocate for change, and co-create opportunities that are inclusive, meaningful, and impactful. This role will focus on supporting communities who face the biggest barriers to being active - including people from lower-income backgrounds, culturally diverse communities and LGBTQ+ communities. You will work with local organisations, charities and public sector partners to develop programmes and opportunities that help more people become physically active and improve their health and wellbeing. You will play a key role in ensuring that equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded across all of our work, while helping community organisations access support, training and investment to grow their activity programmes The successful candidate will have experience working with underrepresented communities - particularly LGBTQ+, lower-income, and ethnically diverse groups. Experience of working within sport or physical activity is not an essential requirement. We offer hybrid working for a better work-life balance, along with a generous annual leave allowance. You will be expected to attend our workspace in Hessle, at least once a week. For more information about the role, the job description, the hybrid working arrangements we have in place and how to apply, please see our website. We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds as our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the communities and groups that we encourage to become more physically active. Closing date: Friday 12th June 2026 (5pm) The assessment day for shortlisted candidates will take place one Monday 29th June 2026. Active Humber is an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to ensuring our recruitment practices are accessible to and inclusive for all prospective candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accessing our recruitment materials or attending interviews, please let us know
23/05/2026
Full time
Development Manager- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Full time, 37 hours per week Permanent Starting salary: £33,119 per annum Hessle/Hybrid working role Active Humber is committed to promoting physical activity and sports across the Humber region. Our vision for the Humber is that it is a place where everyone, every day is physically active. Are you passionate about inclusion and equity, especially for underrepresented groups? If so, this is the opportunity for you. The Development Manager (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) is a new role and you will play a crucial role in designing and delivering programmes that increase participation in community-based physical activity and sport among disadvantaged communities across the Humber. You'll build partnerships, advocate for change, and co-create opportunities that are inclusive, meaningful, and impactful. This role will focus on supporting communities who face the biggest barriers to being active - including people from lower-income backgrounds, culturally diverse communities and LGBTQ+ communities. You will work with local organisations, charities and public sector partners to develop programmes and opportunities that help more people become physically active and improve their health and wellbeing. You will play a key role in ensuring that equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded across all of our work, while helping community organisations access support, training and investment to grow their activity programmes The successful candidate will have experience working with underrepresented communities - particularly LGBTQ+, lower-income, and ethnically diverse groups. Experience of working within sport or physical activity is not an essential requirement. We offer hybrid working for a better work-life balance, along with a generous annual leave allowance. You will be expected to attend our workspace in Hessle, at least once a week. For more information about the role, the job description, the hybrid working arrangements we have in place and how to apply, please see our website. We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds as our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the communities and groups that we encourage to become more physically active. Closing date: Friday 12th June 2026 (5pm) The assessment day for shortlisted candidates will take place one Monday 29th June 2026. Active Humber is an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to ensuring our recruitment practices are accessible to and inclusive for all prospective candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accessing our recruitment materials or attending interviews, please let us know
Equals One LTD is looking for a Development Manager focusing on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Based in Hessle, this permanent full-time role offers £33,119 per annum and supports community engagement in physical activities. The successful candidate will design impactful programmes for disadvantaged communities and work closely with local organisations, advocating for change and promoting inclusion. Hybrid work arrangements are available for better work-life balance.
23/05/2026
Full time
Equals One LTD is looking for a Development Manager focusing on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Based in Hessle, this permanent full-time role offers £33,119 per annum and supports community engagement in physical activities. The successful candidate will design impactful programmes for disadvantaged communities and work closely with local organisations, advocating for change and promoting inclusion. Hybrid work arrangements are available for better work-life balance.
Equals One LTD is seeking an Office Administrator/Data Analyst to join our team in Steeton. This role involves project coordination, data analysis, and supporting various operational improvements. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel abilities, and experience in a fast-paced environment. The salary ranges from £26,500 to £30,000 depending on experience. We are looking for an organized individual who can thrive in a dynamic setting and contribute to our ongoing growth.
19/05/2026
Full time
Equals One LTD is seeking an Office Administrator/Data Analyst to join our team in Steeton. This role involves project coordination, data analysis, and supporting various operational improvements. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, advanced Excel abilities, and experience in a fast-paced environment. The salary ranges from £26,500 to £30,000 depending on experience. We are looking for an organized individual who can thrive in a dynamic setting and contribute to our ongoing growth.
Office Administrator/Data Analyst Salary: £26,500 to £30,000 depending on experience Steeton, BD20 office based Monday to Friday 8.30 - 5pm daily Grandma Wild's is a long established and highly respected bakery business with a proud heritage dating back over 100 years. Known for producing high quality bakery products, we combine traditional values with continuous improvement across all areas of the business. Due to continued growth and internal projects, we are looking to recruit an organised and detail focused Office Administrator / Data Analyst to join our team in Steeton. This is a varied role that suits someone who enjoys working with data, spreadsheets, administration and project coordination within a fast paced manufacturing environment. You will play an important role in supporting operational improvements, maintaining accurate records and driving efficiencies across the business. The Role This is a hands on position where no two days are the same. You will support a range of projects across the business, ensuring information is accurate, organised and maintained to a high standard. Projects and responsibilities will include: Supporting waste packaging projects and reporting Shop reconciliation and checking of figures Van sales reconciliation Supporting Health & Safety administration and Risk Assessments Creating and maintaining records for bakery machinery and equipment Assisting with moving maintenance documentation from paper based systems to electronic records Fact checking and validating operational data Analyzing product and range performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement Producing spreadsheets, reports and data analysis to support business decisions Working collaboratively with different departments to ensure processes are consistent and accurate Supporting general office administration duties where required Ideal Attributes Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail Strong analytical and problem solving skills Advanced Excel and spreadsheet skills Comfortable handling large volumes of data and information Organised and methodical with the ability to prioritise workload effectively Proactive, flexible and able to work to deadlines Strong communication skills and able to work across multiple departments Previous experience within manufacturing, production or a fast paced business environment would be advantageous This role would suit someone looking for a varied position combining administration, analysis and project support within a well established and growing business.
19/05/2026
Full time
Office Administrator/Data Analyst Salary: £26,500 to £30,000 depending on experience Steeton, BD20 office based Monday to Friday 8.30 - 5pm daily Grandma Wild's is a long established and highly respected bakery business with a proud heritage dating back over 100 years. Known for producing high quality bakery products, we combine traditional values with continuous improvement across all areas of the business. Due to continued growth and internal projects, we are looking to recruit an organised and detail focused Office Administrator / Data Analyst to join our team in Steeton. This is a varied role that suits someone who enjoys working with data, spreadsheets, administration and project coordination within a fast paced manufacturing environment. You will play an important role in supporting operational improvements, maintaining accurate records and driving efficiencies across the business. The Role This is a hands on position where no two days are the same. You will support a range of projects across the business, ensuring information is accurate, organised and maintained to a high standard. Projects and responsibilities will include: Supporting waste packaging projects and reporting Shop reconciliation and checking of figures Van sales reconciliation Supporting Health & Safety administration and Risk Assessments Creating and maintaining records for bakery machinery and equipment Assisting with moving maintenance documentation from paper based systems to electronic records Fact checking and validating operational data Analyzing product and range performance, identifying trends and areas for improvement Producing spreadsheets, reports and data analysis to support business decisions Working collaboratively with different departments to ensure processes are consistent and accurate Supporting general office administration duties where required Ideal Attributes Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail Strong analytical and problem solving skills Advanced Excel and spreadsheet skills Comfortable handling large volumes of data and information Organised and methodical with the ability to prioritise workload effectively Proactive, flexible and able to work to deadlines Strong communication skills and able to work across multiple departments Previous experience within manufacturing, production or a fast paced business environment would be advantageous This role would suit someone looking for a varied position combining administration, analysis and project support within a well established and growing business.
Equals One LTD is seeking a Legal Support Associate to join their team in Sheffield. This role offers a salary between £26,000 and £28,000, depending on skills and experience, with opportunities for ongoing training and support. The ideal candidate will have previous legal or professional services administration experience and must be organized with excellent attention to detail. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, and a friendly working environment.
18/05/2026
Full time
Equals One LTD is seeking a Legal Support Associate to join their team in Sheffield. This role offers a salary between £26,000 and £28,000, depending on skills and experience, with opportunities for ongoing training and support. The ideal candidate will have previous legal or professional services administration experience and must be organized with excellent attention to detail. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, and a friendly working environment.
Legal Support Associate Salary £26,000 - £28,000 dependent on skills and experience + benefits Location Sheffield, S21 3WY Part-time or Full-time Office Based What's on Offer £26,000 - £28,000 salary 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional birthday leave 3 additional days leave between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Private healthcare Employee discount programme Ongoing training and support Friendly and collaborative working environment Are you looking for a stable, long-term role within a professional and supportive office environment where you can build expertise, enjoy being part of a collaborative team and take pride in doing things properly Pavillion Row are looking to recruit a Legal Support Associate to join their growing Legal Support Team within their specialist Wills, Trusts and Probate practice. This opportunity would suit someone with previous legal or professional services administration experience who enjoys organisation, accuracy and supporting both clients and colleagues in a busy office environment. About Pavilion Row Pavilion Row are proud to be a STEP Platinum Employer Partner, recognising their strong commitment to learning, development and professional standards. Their culture is built around three core values Care Collaborate Try Hard They believe in creating a positive and supportive environment where people can build long-term careers, develop confidence in their role and become valued members of the team. The Role As a Legal Support Associate, you will play an important role in supporting the Legal Team and ensuring client matters are progressed efficiently and accurately. Duties will include Supporting the preparation of legal documents including Wills and LPAs Preparing client engagement documentation Speaking with clients and handling queries via phone and email Chasing clients and third parties to help progress matters Assisting with general administrative tasks Supporting fee earners with diary management Maintaining accurate records and documentation About You We are looking for someone who is: Organised with excellent attention to detail Professional, calm and approachable Confident communicating with clients Comfortable working within a structured administrative role A supportive and collaborative team player Reliable and keen to build long-term stability within a professional environment Requirements GCSE English & Maths (Grade 5 or above) A-Level education or equivalent Previous legal or professional services administration experience essential Experience within Private Client law would be advantageous but not essential Good IT skills including Microsoft Office
18/05/2026
Full time
Legal Support Associate Salary £26,000 - £28,000 dependent on skills and experience + benefits Location Sheffield, S21 3WY Part-time or Full-time Office Based What's on Offer £26,000 - £28,000 salary 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional birthday leave 3 additional days leave between Christmas and New Year Company pension scheme Private healthcare Employee discount programme Ongoing training and support Friendly and collaborative working environment Are you looking for a stable, long-term role within a professional and supportive office environment where you can build expertise, enjoy being part of a collaborative team and take pride in doing things properly Pavillion Row are looking to recruit a Legal Support Associate to join their growing Legal Support Team within their specialist Wills, Trusts and Probate practice. This opportunity would suit someone with previous legal or professional services administration experience who enjoys organisation, accuracy and supporting both clients and colleagues in a busy office environment. About Pavilion Row Pavilion Row are proud to be a STEP Platinum Employer Partner, recognising their strong commitment to learning, development and professional standards. Their culture is built around three core values Care Collaborate Try Hard They believe in creating a positive and supportive environment where people can build long-term careers, develop confidence in their role and become valued members of the team. The Role As a Legal Support Associate, you will play an important role in supporting the Legal Team and ensuring client matters are progressed efficiently and accurately. Duties will include Supporting the preparation of legal documents including Wills and LPAs Preparing client engagement documentation Speaking with clients and handling queries via phone and email Chasing clients and third parties to help progress matters Assisting with general administrative tasks Supporting fee earners with diary management Maintaining accurate records and documentation About You We are looking for someone who is: Organised with excellent attention to detail Professional, calm and approachable Confident communicating with clients Comfortable working within a structured administrative role A supportive and collaborative team player Reliable and keen to build long-term stability within a professional environment Requirements GCSE English & Maths (Grade 5 or above) A-Level education or equivalent Previous legal or professional services administration experience essential Experience within Private Client law would be advantageous but not essential Good IT skills including Microsoft Office