Academic Partnerships Consultant

Academic Partnerships Consultant – Permanent - £40,370 - £41, 672

Join us and be part of a mission-driven, independent publisher. You’ll work with a diverse group of people who share a passion for empowering researchers, educators, and institutions to shape the future.

About Sage:

Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely. 

Our guaranteed independence means we’re free to:

• Do more – supporting an equitable academic future, furthering disciplines that drive social change, and helping social and behavioural science make an impact

• Work together – building lasting relationships, championing diverse perspectives, and co-creating resources to transform teaching and learning

• Think long-term – experimenting, taking risks, and investing in new ideas

About our Team:

Join our dedicated team where collaboration and innovation drive our success. We focus on promoting and selling Sage’s portfolio of online training courses to higher education institutions across the UK and Europe. Our team collaborates with multiple departments to ensure smooth delivery and client support. We work hard to exceed revenue targets and positively impact the education sector.

Could you be our new Academic Partnership Consultant? Are you?

• Experienced in business development or account management, with a track record of driving growth.

• Knowledgeable about the higher education environment, able to navigate its structures and respond to sector‑specific challenges.

• A confident communicator, skilled at delivering clear, persuasive presentations both virtually and in person.

• Skilled at managing priorities and deadlines while driving lead generation, nurturing prospects, and moving opportunities efficiently through the sales cycle.

• Proficient with sales productivity tools, MS Office, and GenAI, using data and insights to improve performance and outcomes.

• Experienced in supporting customers with technology solutions, guaranteeing efficient rollout and excellent service.

• A strong problem‑solver and negotiator, able to overcome obstacles and secure positive results for all parties.

Your new role:

• You will play a pivotal role in driving our business strategy forward and ensuring success in a dynamic market. With customer experience at the heart of everything you do, you will generate insights, build lasting partnerships, and unlock new opportunities that strengthen Sage’s position.

• Leverage CRM data to strengthen relationships with key collaborators, ensuring accurate records that support long‑term engagement and growth.

• Secure subscription renewals and expand accounts by upselling relevant products and looking for opportunities that increase revenue.

• Develop and deliver strategies that boost interest in Sage Courses, leading to greater university participation and adoption.

• Cultivate positive relationships with senior academic and administrative leaders to enhance Sage’s reputation and influence in higher education.

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities while maintaining deep product knowledge, enabling Sage to stay competitive and responsive to market needs.

Overview of benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with 2 additional floating personal days.

• Hybrid working up to 2 days per week in office and a home working allowance.

• Life assurance, income protection, and travel insurance.

• Private medical cover and access to the company doctor.

• Tuition scheme and support for pursuing professional qualifications, including access to Sage books and journals.

• Variety of snacks and beverages available in the office.

• Healthy lifestyle reimbursement and anniversary trips.

• Access to Company loans (season ticket loan, rental deposit loan, cycle loan).

We’re a Disability Confident Employer (Level 1). If you’d like to apply under this scheme, please let us know in your application.

We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you’d like to request reasonable adjustments, please email [email protected] . Please note we only accept applications via email if an adjustment has been agreed.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 11th January 2026

To ensure we can give each application the attention it deserves, we may consider bringing the closing date forward. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and to sustaining a culture that celebrates diversity, encourages authenticity, and builds a deep sense of belonging. We encourage applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, or belief as crafting value through diversity is what makes us strong.