Learning Solutions Partner - Business Development

Cognition Education; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Birthday Leave

additional company benefits

Job summary

Cognition Evolve in Manchester is seeking a Business Development Partner to grow client relationships and shape learning solutions. The role blends consultancy, business development and project oversight in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

You will manage key accounts, pursue new business opportunities, and work with internal experts to scope and deliver impactful learning programs. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in account management, consultancy, or a similar client-facing role.
• Strong understanding of the learning,training or professional development sector.
• Experience in the learning and development or similar sector.
• Proven ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• A consultative mindset with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Highly organised, commerciallyawareand comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with drive to grow relationships and results.

Responsibilities

• Building and managing strong, long-term client relationships and key accounts.
• Developing and managing a sales pipeline to meet agreed revenue and growth targets.
• Proactively identifying new business opportunities and panel/framework opportunities.
• Leading client meetings, scoping conversations and proposal responses.
• Providing expert consultancy and advising clients on learning strategies and solutions.
• Working closely with subject matter experts and internal teams to design tailored learning solutions.
• Overseeing projects to ensure delivery on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Representing Cognition Evolve at client meetings, proposal presentations and industry events.
• Contributing to market engagement, growth strategies and annual planning.

Skills

Account management

Consultancy

Learning & development

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Job description

Cognition Evolve in Manchester is seeking a Business Development Partner to grow client relationships and shape learning solutions. The role blends consultancy, business development and project oversight in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

You will manage key accounts, pursue new business opportunities, and work with internal experts to scope and deliver impactful learning programs. Hybrid work is offered.