At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business in education recruitment and build strong client relationships.
- Company: Join a passionate team at Academics, shaping the future of education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic Birmingham City Centre location with ongoing training and support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Proven sales experience and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 42500 £ per year.
Academics are seeking an ambitious and driven Business Development Manager to join our growing education recruitment team in our Birmingham office. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales-focused professional who thrives on building relationships, generating new business, and delivering exceptional customer service. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding our client base across schools, academies, and multi-academy trusts while maintaining strong partnerships with existing clients. If you have a proven track record in sales, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping clients find the right talent solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within the education sector.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with school leaders and decision-makers.
- Conduct client meetings, presentations, and networking activities to promote recruitment services.
- Work closely with recruitment consultants to ensure client requirements are met effectively.
- Maintain accurate records of business development activities using CRM systems.
- Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets.
- Deliver outstanding customer service and ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience in a business development, sales, or account management role.
- Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent relationship‑building and negotiation skills.
- Outstanding communication and presentation abilities.
- Highly motivated, self‑driven, and results‑oriented.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
Desirable
- Previous experience within education recruitment, recruitment, staffing, or education services.
- Existing network of contacts within schools or education organisations.
Why Academics?
- Competitive basic salary.
- Uncapped commission structure.
- Performance‑related incentives and bonuses.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Career progression opportunities within a growing business.
- Birmingham City Centre location.
Academics are passionate about supporting schools with exceptional staffing solutions and helping education professionals find rewarding opportunities. As a Business Development Manager, you will have the chance to make a real impact while building a successful and rewarding career within a thriving sector. Apply today and become part of a team that is shaping the future of education recruitment.
Business Development Manager in Birmingham) employer: Academics
Academics is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture, particularly in our Birmingham office. With a competitive salary, uncapped commission structure, and a strong emphasis on ongoing training and career progression, we empower our Business Development Managers to thrive while making a meaningful impact in the education sector. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to shaping the future of education recruitment.
