Vacancy listed 20/08/2026 Details Role Profile Job Title: Business Liskeard Library, a library and cultural hub; Nature and Neighbourhoods, our consultancy service; and the Devonport Creative Cluster, growing the createch sector, creative careers, businesses and opportunities. Job Purpose The Business we're not a typical organisation and by design we don't fit into traditional business structures or strict 9 to 5 working hours. There's nothing typical about the people who work at Real Ideas. With experience in many different industries and cultures the one thing we all have in common is a passion to make a positive difference in the world. Principally we're looking for people who embrace our vision and values, and who want to join us on this journey. Whilst your technical skills and abilities are important, being on board with our vision is crucial. You'll need to be dedicated, tenacious and enjoy the challenges of working as part of multi-disciplined team. At Real Ideas collaboration is key, so you'll need to be a great team player, up for working with a wide range of people from colleagues and partners to members and suppliers. We're interested in finding people who are proactive, hungry for opportunities to be responsible and accountable, and who can ride the waves of change with the wind in their hair and a smile on their face. And because we always strive to be the best we can be, you'll be happy to challenge and be challenged. We use the following criteria to assess your suitability for the role. Please note that requirements at the application stage represent the minimum requirements for shortlisting purposes. Behaviours Adaptability Looking at your ability to adapt to change (Interview) Culture Fit Do you share our beliefs/values and bring about diversity within Real Ideas? (Interview) Collaboration Can you collaborate effectively and work well with others? (Interview) Commercial Drive Do you demonstrate strong commercial acumen and drive to achieve sales targets? (Interview) Prioritisation Are you able to decide which task needs to be tackled immediately and which ones can wait – someone who can manage your time and prioritise effectively. (Interview) Digital Technology Do you have a commitment to adopting and using digital technology effectively to help solve problems and add value to the work of Real Ideas. (Interview) Experience Significant experience in B2B sales, business development, or commercial partnerships. Experience developing corporate partnerships and managing commercial accounts. Experience managing sales pipelines, lead generation, and converting enquiries to sales. Experience with commercial sales and achieving revenue targets. Experience in relationship management and client liaison. (Application/ interview) Knowledge Knowledge of B2B sales and business development practices. Understanding of corporate partnership development and sponsorship models. Knowledge of commercial pricing strategies and contract negotiation. Understanding of CRM systems and sales pipeline management. Knowledge of the creative industries, tech sector, or defence/marine sectors (desirable). (Application/ interview) Skills Strong sales and business development skills with proven track record of achieving targets. Excellent networking and relationship building skills. Commercial acumen and financial understanding. Strong communication and presentation skills. Negotiation and contract management skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a matrix structure with creative and technical teams. (Application/ interview) Other Willingness to work flexibly including evenings and weekends as required by the role. Strong commitment to diversity, equity
Business & Commercial Manager employer: Breath HR
ProvenWorks is an exceptional employer located in Reading, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth through hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies like Salesforce and Azure, while enjoying a supportive environment that values creativity and teamwork. With a focus on employee well-being and development, ProvenWorks stands out as a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in software engineering.
