Business Development Manager

R7 Reed Learning Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in London seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager to enhance sales and build client relationships. This pivotal role requires proven expertise in business development and a strong ability to meet sales targets. You'll collaborate in a hybrid environment and contribute to a respected brand in the learning sector, driving meaningful impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the Learning & Development sector.
• Demonstrable success in winning new business and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong networking skills with the ability to build long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to meet sales targets.
• Build lasting relationships with new and existing customers.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales expertise

Networking skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Consultative approach

Self-motivated

Tools

CRM systems

Sales performance tools

Job description

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Business Development Manager

Apply remote type: Hybrid | locations: RSR - Raynes Park | time type: Full time | posted on: Posted Yesterday | job requisition id: JR10003147

Reed Learning is a market-leading centre for all levels of CIPD professional qualifications, delivering HR/L&D apprenticeships and in-company soft skills training.

We hope that, like us, you’ll feel proud to be part of a team that inspires, supports, and develops HR and L&D professionals with the skills they need to enhance their careers.

Pay Range

Job Description

Overview

Reed Learning is a leading provider of innovative Learning & Development solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio that includes professional qualifications, apprenticeships, managed services, consultancy, and in-company training. We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in L&D sales, a proven track record of winning new business, and the ability to work independently while representing the Reed Learning brand with professionalism and integrity.

If you are a motivated and skilled sales professional with a strong commercial mindset and sales expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities across all Reed Learning products and services.

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base.

• Establish Reed Learning as a trusted partner and first-choice provider for clients, building lasting relationships with new and existing customers.

• Represent the company at industry events, including conferences, trade shows, and networking opportunities, to enhance brand presence and foster new relationships.

• Collaborate with internal teams to tailor solutions that meet client needs and align with our product offerings.

• Develop and deliver persuasive presentations and tailored proposals to prospective clients, effectively showcasing Reed Learning’s full suite of offerings.

• Produce insightful reports that communicate business development outcomes and strategic recommendations to internal stakeholders.

• Provide accurate sales forecasts and regularly report on key performance indicators to support data-driven decision-making.

• Conduct market research to stay informed on industry trends, competitors, and customer needs, translating insights into strategies that drive business growth.

• Engage in ongoing professional development, including participation in staff training and staying informed about sector trends and legislative changes relevant to the L&D industry.

Skills and experience

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the Learning & Development or education sector.

• Demonstrable success in winning new business and exceeding sales targets.

• Strong networking skills with the ability to build and nurture long-term relationships.

• Experience working with decision-makers at various levels, with a consultative approach and the ability to adapt to clients’ unique values and requirements.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Strong organisational skills, with a focus on time management, planning, and attention to detail.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Professional, credible, and confident in representing a respected brand.

• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and capitalising on opportunities.

• Ability to work effectively with CRM systems and sales performance tools.

Why Join Us?

This is a pivotal role where your sales expertise will directly contribute to the success of a leading learning provider. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, represent a prestigious brand, and develop your career while making a meaningful impact.

We’re always on the lookout for people who want to make a difference and are passionate about helping others progress their careers.

Why work here?

We’re never afraid to ask, “What’s next?”

Inspiration comes from knowing the work you do really matters and, as trailblazers in our field, the value of what we do every day is obvious. We are a family business with a rich history and a purpose of improving lives through work, for people and organisations worldwide.

Our inclusive and collaborative approach, combined with an unwavering belief in our long-standing core values, means that we genuinely trust and work hard for each other. We have built a dynamic culture where individual achievement is celebrated and succeeding as a team is revered. A supportive environment, where careers are developed and futures are forged.

Feel what it’s like to truly belong.

About Us

Our story
In the early 1960s, Reed pioneered specialist recruitment in the UK. Seven decades on, we have become the world’s largest family-run recruitment business, with offices spanning across the UK, Europe, USA, the Middle East and East Asia.

With access to the UK’s largest candidate database and expertise across 20 specialist sectors, we are committed to ensuring that people are at the heart of everything we do to ensure we fulfil our purpose: improving lives through work.