Business Development Manager - SME Team
- Start Date: We are hiring for multiple vacancies due to high growth. Successful candidates can start from July 2026
- Full-time, Remote/Hybrid - While the role is advertised in a specific area, it is remote and we operate on a home-working model. The candidate must be able to travel to London minimum 6 times per year for operational meet ups, training days and company away days. Travel to London for team days is reimbursed in full.
- 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 or training sector.)
- Commission: Uncapped commission on all apprenticeship starts once monthly target is met.
- Closing date for applications: Sunday 31st May 2026
Business Development Manager - What You'll Be Doing
As part of the SME team, you'll collaborate with a close-knit group of four experienced Business Development Managers. You'll proactively uncover new opportunities within the SME market through confident, data driven market research. The team leverages a range of outreach strategies, including cold calls, email, LinkedIn, and marketing initiatives to connect with potential clients and drive meaningful engagement.
Given the dynamic nature of the role, you'll need to adapt your approach to each client's unique needs and quickly build rapport with senior stakeholders, including C level executives, directors, and senior managers.
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
- Opportunity to 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
Ideal Candidates Will Showcase Some or All of the Following
- Proven success in telesales or business development (essential)
- Experience in selling apprenticeships and training (desirable, but not essential)
- Target focused, driven, and motivated by success
- 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
- Passion for leadership, learning, and helping others grow
- Self motivated, resilient, and adaptable
- Organised, enthusiastic, and goal oriented
Recruitment Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 45 minute Teams call with myself to discuss the role and alignment with requirements. Successful candidates will be invited to an interview with the Sales Manager. We have a designated interview date of Wednesday 3rd June, though we may be flexible if slots get filled up.
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.
KnowledgeBrief is an Equal Opportunities employer. All qualified candidates will be considered.