Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager (6-Month FTC)
Location: Central London ( 2 days working from Home )
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time, 6-Month Fixed Term Contract
Make your next move at a world-leading university.
- Currently seeking a commercially driven and strategically minded Business Development Manager to join our team on a 6-month fixed term contract.
- You'll work at the intersection of academia and industry, helping to increase revenue, expand our speaker portfolio, and grow ASB's visibility across corporate, non-profit, government, and academic clients.
About You
- We're looking for someone with:
- Proven business development and client relationship management experience
- A background in marketing, sales, or communications
- Excellent copywriting and presentation skills
- The ability to work autonomously and proactively in a fast-paced, professional environment
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Experience using CRM systems and working towards KPIs
- Previous experience in the events, higher education, or talent/communications sectors would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively identify and convert new business and speaking opportunities
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships across sectors
- Expand and diversify our network of speakers by onboarding new academics
- Prepare compelling proposals, speaker summaries, and sales collateral
- Manage ASB's marketing and communication strategy, including social media and promotional materials
- Track, report, and analyse performance against KPIs including revenue, engagement, and client satisfaction
About You
- We're looking for someone with:
- Proven business development and client relationship management experience
- A background in marketing, sales, or communications
- Excellent copywriting and presentation skills
- The ability to work autonomously and proactively in a fast-paced, professional environment
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Experience using CRM systems and working towards KPIs
- Previous experience in the events, higher education, or talent/communications sectors would be advantageous.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of The one of the world's leading social science institutions
- Work on a high-profile initiative with exposure to leading academics and global clients
- Enjoy a collaborative, flexible working culture in Central London
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.
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