Business Development Manager

Canterbury Cathedral; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A historic cathedral organization in Canterbury is looking for a Business Development Manager to lead new business opportunities. The role involves managing tenders, developing policies, and serving as the main contact for clients. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in similar positions and skills in growing business markets. Competitive salary of £50,000 offered, with applications accepted until 07-Dec-25.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar position with a proven track record.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage tender submissions for new contracts.
• Provide administrative support including managing contracts.
• Act as the main contact for clients, site managers, and contractors.

Skills

Writing tenders

Managing end to end proposals

Growing business markets

Working to tight deadlines

Job description

Business Development Manager

Remuneration: £50,000

Closing Date: 07-Dec-25

About Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral is the cathedral of the archbishop of Canterbury, the leader of the Church of England and symbolic leader of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Located in Canterbury, Kent, it is one of the oldest Christian structures in England and forms part of a World Heritage Site.

Canterbury Cathedral is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Due to continued growth, we have a new opportunity to join our team at Canterbury Cathedral as a Business Development Manager.

This role will work with the Head of Estates and Fabric to develop the potential for our heritage skills experts to take on more income-generating external work including external contracts and private commissions. The role is wide ranging and will include:

• Reviewing and developing policies and procedures
• Leading and managing tender submissions for new contracts
• Providing administrative support including managing contracts
• Acting as the main contact for clients, site managers and contractors

This is a new role, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to shape and influence our approach through your expertise and experience.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar position, with a proven track record of:

• Writing tenders and managing end to end proposals
• Growing business markets
• Working to tight deadlines

Applications will only be considered if an application form is completed.

If you are looking for a new and exciting challenge and want to be part of our team and would like to hear more about the role, then get in touch or apply today.

Any questions or for a detailed job description please contact [e-mail]

Our Recruiting Approach

As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.