Client Development Manager

TP Tutors; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days' holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced paid family leave

Medical cash plan

Life insurance

Pension contributions

Flexible benefits

Learning and growth opportunities

Paid volunteer days

Job summary

TP Tutors is seeking a Client Development Manager for a 12-month FTC to cover maternity in Southampton/Hybrid. This role is crucial for driving regional growth and strengthening relationships with schools and local authorities. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales background, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for education.

The position entails delivering the regional sales strategy, nurturing client partnerships, and collaborating with various teams to enhance products and services. Enjoy benefits like 28 days of holiday, enhanced family leave, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Track record of achieving ambitious sales targets.
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the regional sales strategy and meet revenue targets.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Conduct market analysis and create client development plans.

Skills

Sales achievement

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Client Development Manager - TP Tutors South Division

Southampton/Hybrid | Full-time | FTC 12 Months Maternity cover

Supporting Education Group is the UK's leading education services platform, providing the expertise, technology and resources that help schools, trusts and education organisations deliver high‑quality education for all. Our SEND & Inclusion practice plays a vital role in this mission by supporting children and young people who need a more tailored approach to learning across mainstream, specialist and alternative provision settings. Through personalised tuition, targeted interventions, exam support and bespoke mentoring, we work to reduce barriers to learning, strengthen engagement and improve confidence, attendance and progress. Bringing together committed professionals and qualified SEND specialists, we ensure learners receive inclusive, high‑quality support that meets them where they are and helps them move forward positively.

TP Tutors South Tuition is excited to open applications for an Client Development Manager to join their team on a 12 month FTC to cover maternity. This is a key role in driving regional growth and strengthening our relationships with schools, MATs, and local authorities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is commercially driven, passionate about education, and ready to take ownership of a regional strategy within a fast‑growing branch.

About the Role

The Client Development Manager plays a pivotal role in expanding TP Tutors' impact across the southern region. You'll lead on identifying new opportunities, securing new business, and nurturing strong client partnerships, while collaborating closely with colleagues across Delivery, Marketing and Senior Teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the regional sales strategy and meet revenue and growth targets
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline, ensuring CRM accuracy
• Conduct market analysis and create strategic client development plans
• Identify opportunities to enhance products, services, and client approaches
• Attend events and represent TP Tutors externally
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to identify cross‑selling opportunities
• Support framework and referral bid writing
• Provide feedback and insights to managers and SLT to drive continuous improvement
• Role model TP Tutors' values in all internal and external interactions

Who We're Looking For

Someone who brings:

• A track record of achieving ambitious sales or regional growth targets
• Strong interpersonal, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Excellent presentation and communication abilities
• Commercial awareness and confidence interpreting performance data
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A passion for the education sector and improving learner outcomes
• A proactive, resilient, and innovative approach to challenges

Why Apply?

• Lead and shape growth within your region
• Influence TP Tutors' strategic direction
• Develop strong partnerships across the sector
• Work with a committed and supportive team
• Continue your own professional development and career growth

Benefits that actually make a difference

• 28 days' holiday + bank holidays plus an extra day for every year you stay (up to 33) and option to buy up to 5 more days (pro‑rata for part‑time roles)
• Enhanced paid family leave (after probation) to help new parents and long‑term carers
• Medical cash plan (after probation) covering everyday health costs such as dental, optical and prescriptions
• Life insurance from day one (up to 4x salary) plus free wellbeing support with access to 24/7 GP, counselling, medical second opinions, physiotherapy and lifestyle coaching
• Pension contributions from both of us (after 3 months)
• Discounts accessing various options to help you save money
• Flexible benefits you choose such as extra holiday, healthcare, bikes, gym, electric cars and Give As You Earn (after probation)
• Learning and growth opportunities with ongoing training and career development
• Paid volunteer days – 3 days each year, with two dedicated to education

Because great people deserve great benefits.

By joining Supporting Education Group, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory vetting checks. These checks will be run in line with the latest guidance and legislation. You will need to already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer any sponsorship(s) for visa applicants.

This role also requires criminal records checks in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and safeguarding legislation. For roles in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, this is a DBS check or PVG Scheme in Scotland. The level of check required will determine what you need to disclose.