Education Tech Growth Lead

Avanade Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanade Inc. is seeking a Business Development Manager for Education to originate and close complex Microsoft-based transformation engagements.

You will cultivate executive relationships, shape value propositions, and coordinate with Microsoft, Accenture, and partners to grow the education book of business. Ideal candidates have a track record selling multi-million-dollar consulting deals, strong relationship-building skills, and a proactive, deal-hungry mindset to drive growth in a competitive

Qualifications

• Proven track record of selling large-scale consulting engagements (deals > $1M).
• Experience selling Microsoft-based solutions (Dynamics or Azure) in Education.
• Direct selling experience and relationship building with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to align client needs with differentiated value propositions.

Responsibilities

• Create a business development plan to assess, qualify, develop, and shape opportunities.
• Work with Microsoft, Accenture, and ecosystem partners to grow the book of business.
• Build long-term relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.
• Lead cross-functional teams to configure bespoke solutions meeting client needs.
• Negotiate client agreements and act as client champion across stakeholders.
• Represent Avanade at major sector events and drive visible market presence.

Skills

Client Focused

Business Insights

Action-oriented

Persuades

Builds Networks

Drives Results

Collaborates

Communicates Effectively

Job description

Avanade Inc. is seeking a Business Development Manager for Education to originate and close complex Microsoft-based transformation engagements.

You will cultivate executive relationships, shape value propositions, and coordinate with Microsoft, Accenture, and partners to grow the education book of business. Ideal candidates have a track record selling multi-million-dollar consulting deals, strong relationship-building skills, and a proactive, deal-hungry mindset to drive growth in a competitive