Corporate Sales & Business Development Manager, Open Programmes – Executive Education

TELFER PARTNERS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Executive Education provider is seeking a Corporate Sales & Business Development Manager to join their team in Cambridge. This role involves managing corporate sales, liaising with clients, and contributing to business development efforts. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience and strong sales skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of £39,975-51,250 plus bonus and benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday plus bank holidays

Competitive salary

Bonus

Qualifications

• Demonstrable sales experience or exposure to a sales-led environment.
• Previous experience working for leading business schools is advantageous.
• Experience in a service environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Sales and portfolio management.
• Horizon scanning and market knowledge.
• Client relationship management.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service skills

Proactive sales approach

Planning skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Job description

Our client, a leading Executive Education provider, is looking for a Corporate Sales & Business Development Manager to join their growing Open Programmes team. This role will work closely with Academic Programme Directors, faculty, programme managers, and representatives from open programme corporate clients, focusing on public open programmes and programmes delivered to single-company audiences.

As part of the front-line sales team, the role holder will be the first point of contact for programme enquiries and will channel leads into the sales pipeline. Using proven sales methods and the company's CRM system, they will seek to convert high-potential leads into sales opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales and portfolio management
2. Horizon scanning and market knowledge
3. Client relationship management
4. Liaison with stakeholders
5. Administration and reporting
6. Participation in and contribution toward special projects
7. Contributing effectively to company values and team activities

Skills and Experience

• Educated to degree level or with equivalent relevant experience
• Demonstrable sales experience or exposure to a sales-led environment
• Proactive sales approach with a foundation in business development, sales, and marketing
• Previous experience working for leading business schools is advantageous
• Experience in a service environment is highly desirable
• Excellent planning skills, gained through professional or personal experience
• Ability to work with academics, senior decision-makers, and company executives
• Strong professional customer service skills and a desire to exceed expectations
• Flexible and committed approach to work to meet client and stakeholder needs
• Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written, with accuracy and fluency
• Ability to work confidently across cultures

A competitive salary range of £39,975-51,250 plus bonus and a generous benefits package, including 33 days holiday plus bank holidays, is offered.

How to Apply

Telfer Partners are retained to handle this opportunity. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail], referencing TP 924, or call [phone] for a confidential discussion.

Early applications are encouraged.

Referral Scheme

Telfer Partners offers a referral reward if we fill this vacancy with someone you recommend. Send contact details of your referral to [e-mail].

Equality Policy: Telfer Partners is committed to a fair and impartial recruitment process. Our Equal Opportunities policy ensures all applicants and employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, nationality, religion, age, disability, or union membership.