Business Development Manager Field Healthcare

D4 Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare training organization is seeking a dynamic Training & Development/Sales Business Manager to lead their strategy and expand their client base in the UK. This role demands proven experience in healthcare sales, strong communication skills, and a well-connected network. The ideal candidate will be proactive, entrepreneurial, and ready to make a significant impact on healthcare education. This position is office-based in Heaton Mersey and offers a competitive base salary plus commission.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + commission

Established client base

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to shape strategy

Impact on healthcare standards

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and business development within Healthcare Training & Development.
• Existing relationships within NHS trusts, care providers or training institutions.
• Familiarity with procurement systems and frameworks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with decision-makers in healthcare.
• Win new clients including hospitals and training institutions.
• Present training solutions confidently.
• Manage sales pipeline and collaborate with marketing.
• Represent the company at events and conferences.
• Monitor sales performance and report on KPIs.
• Gather client feedback for product development.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Healthcare compliance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Existing healthcare network

Entrepreneurial spirit

Job description

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING - Applications will only be considered from candidates with proven experience as a Training & Development/Sales Business Manager within the Healthcare Sector. Please read the 'What We Are Looking For' section carefully. If you don't have this experience, unfortunately you will not be considered for the role.

Join the Movement: Shape Minds. Grow Partnerships. Change Healthcare.

Our Client Abuka doesn't just deliver healthcare training, they transform the way care is given through empowering professionals with the skills and confidence they need to thrive. They are already trusted by healthcare providers, NHS trusts, and private organisations across the UK, and now we are ready to grow further.

That s where you come in!

Abuka are looking for a dynamic, experienced and well-connected leader to head up their training and business development strategy. This exciting opportunity combines the strategic thinking of a Business Training & Development Manager with the drive and commercial savvy of a Sales Business Manager. If you come with a ready-made network of healthcare contacts, don't mind getting down in the trenches and know exactly who to call to make things happen, they want you on their team.

What You'll Do:

• Tap into your existing healthcare network to open doors and build relationships with decision-makers.
• Win new clients, including hospitals, care groups, training institutions, and NHS frameworks.
• Present our training solutions confidently in meetings, proposals, and pitches.
• Build and manage a healthy sales pipeline while staying closely aligned with marketing and product teams.
• Represent Abuka at national events, conferences and networking functions.
• Influence service development through client feedback and market insight
• Monitor sales performance and report on KPIs, pipeline status, and forecasted revenue.
• Gather client feedback and contribute to product development and service improvement initiatives.

What We Are Looking For:

• A proven track record in sales and business development within Healthcare Training & Development.
• Existing relationships within NHS trusts, care providers or training institutions.
• Familiarity with procurement systems, frameworks or NHS contract experience.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance, CQC expectations, and training frameworks.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skill, you can inspire a room and close a deal.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial spirit with a hunger for growth and improvement.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Why Join Abuka?

• Competitive base salary + commission.
• Established client base to hit the ground running.
• A fun, passionate, and forward-thinking team.
• Room to shape your own strategy and build something lasting.
• Make a real impact on workforce quality and care standards across the UK.

Ready to lead with purpose, passion, and profit?
Apply now and let s shape the future of healthcare education, together.

This is an office based role and not hybrid, the Abuka office is based in Heaton Mersey.