Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager / telecommunications /telcomms / broadband
 

My client is seeking a results-driven Senior Business Development Manager to drive revenue growth and expand market share in the education broadband sector. You will lead and mentor a team of up to 15 sales and support staff, balancing commercial objectives with the company’s mission to serve schools across the UK.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Business Development Manager

• Develop and deliver strategic sales plans aligned with company goals.
• Drive new business opportunities and strengthen long-term client relationships.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a high-performing sales team.
• Oversee the full sales cycle, from lead generation to deal closure.
• Monitor performance, manage budgets, and report on KPIs.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, DfE requirements, and competitor activity.

About you as Senior Business Development Manager

• 5 years experience as a senior business development/sales leadership, ideally in telecoms, broadband, or education/public sector.
• Proven record of exceeding revenue targets and managing successful teams.
• Strong strategic, negotiation, and consultative selling skills.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and leadership abilities.
• Skilled in CRM and data-driven sales management.
• Experience managing a dynamic team.

Desirable requirements for the Senior Business Development Manager

• Experience in EdTech or education technology.
• MBA or advanced business qualification.

The Senior Business Development Manager offers the opportunity to make a commercial impact while supporting a charitable mission that benefits schools nationwide.

Senior Business Development Manager benefits

25 days holiday excluding 8 statutory bank holidays 

Hybrid position

Training and progession

Senior Business Development Manager