Business Development Manager – Enterprise Team
Budget / Salary£30,000–40,000
TypeFull-time job
LocationUnited Kingdom
Posted4 hours ago
Business Development Manager – Enterprise Team
Contract: Full-time
Location: Remote (UK) with occasional travel to London for team meetings, training days, company events, and client meetings
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Commission: Uncapped commission scheme
Start Date: Available for an immediate start
Join KnowledgeBrief
KnowledgeBrief is a leadership and management training provider specialising in apprenticeship delivery, leadership development, business competency training, and professional skills development. Through a blend of apprenticeships, digital learning, workshops, coaching, and practical development programmes, we help individuals and organisations build the knowledge, confidence, and capabilities they need to grow and succeed.
Our vision is to inspire the next generation of leaders through high-impact learning experiences that empower great leadership at every level. We support organisations through core leadership and management training, digital and AI upskilling, and broader organisational performance and professional development solutions.
We are a values-driven organisation with a strong focus on innovation, authenticity, inspiration, and relationships, creating meaningful impact for our learners, clients, colleagues, and partners.
About the Role
We're looking for an ambitious and relationship-focused Business Development Manager to join our Enterprise Team.
As part of a close-knit team of experienced Business Development Managers, you'll be responsible for identifying and developing opportunities with large, levy-paying organisations. Through a combination of research, outreach, relationship building, and consultative selling, you'll introduce prospective clients to KnowledgeBrief's apprenticeship and professional development solutions.
Enterprise sales is rarely about quick wins. Success in this role comes from understanding client challenges, building credibility with senior stakeholders, and nurturing opportunities through longer sales cycles. You'll engage with HR Directors, Learning & Development leaders, Chief People Officers, and other decision-makers to understand their workforce development goals and demonstrate how our programmes can help achieve them.
This role would suit someone who is professional, commercially aware, and confident building relationships with senior leaders within large organisations.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
Develop new business opportunities with enterprise and levy-paying organisations
Research target organisations and build strategic outreach campaigns
Generate and nurture opportunities through a combination of telephone, email, LinkedIn, in-person networking and marketing activity
Achieve individual and team targets for apprenticeship starts and commercial growth
Build relationships with senior stakeholders including HR, L&D, Talent, and People leaders
Deliver engaging meetings, presentations, and platform demonstrations
Develop tailored proposals and solutions aligned to client needs
Manage opportunities through the sales pipeline and maintain accurate CRM records
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Commercial, Marketing, Curriculum, and Operations teams
Build long-term client relationships that support sustainable growth and repeat business
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Essential
Previous experience in business development, sales, account management, or client relationship management
Experience engaging with senior decision-makers
Ability to manage a pipeline of opportunities and work towards targets
A proactive, resilient, and self-motivated approach
Passion for learning, development, and helping organisations grow their people
Strong organisation, planning, and time management skills
Professional, credible, and confident in client-facing environments
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Desirable
Experience within apprenticeships, training, education, learning technology, or professional services (highly desirable)
Experience selling to enterprise or levy-paying organisations
Experience using CRM systems and sales engagement tools
Knowledge of apprenticeship funding and workforce development solutions
Experience delivering presentations, proposals, or consultative sales meetings
Interpersonal Fit
We're looking for someone who:
Is aligned with our values and culture
Builds strong and authentic relationships
Communicates confidently and professionally
Represents KnowledgeBrief positively in every interaction
Enjoys working towards goals and achieving results
Demonstrates resilience, curiosity, and a growth mindset
Works collaboratively and supports others to succeed
Takes ownership of their development and performance
Why Work With Us?
At KnowledgeBrief, we are committed to creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and able to grow.
You'll benefit from:
Dedicated monthly CPD time to support your development
5.6 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
Two-week company closure over Christmas and New Year
Company sick pay
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Uncapped commission opportunities
Opportunities to contribute to cross-team projects and organisational growth
A remote-first environment with opportunities to connect in person
Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment and Inclusion
KnowledgeBrief is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners, and all colleagues are expected to share this commitment.
Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, including right to work, references, and DBS checks where appropriate.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
Application Process
Submit your CV via our careers platform
Initial screening with the People & Culture Team
Interview stage(s) with the hiring team
Final decision and feedback
We aim to keep the process timely, transparent, and respectful of your experience.
Ready to Apply?
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and we will be in touch.
The Hiring Team
KnowledgeBrief
Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum, dependent on experienceOriginally posted on Himalayas
Contract: Full-time
Location: Remote (UK) with occasional travel to London for team meetings, training days, company events, and client meetings
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Commission: Uncapped commission scheme
Start Date: Available for an immediate start
Join KnowledgeBrief
KnowledgeBrief is a leadership and management training provider specialising in apprenticeship delivery, leadership development, business competency training, and professional skills development. Through a blend of apprenticeships, digital learning, workshops, coaching, and practical development programmes, we help individuals and organisations build the knowledge, confidence, and capabilities they need to grow and succeed.
Our vision is to inspire the next generation of leaders through high-impact learning experiences that empower great leadership at every level. We support organisations through core leadership and management training, digital and AI upskilling, and broader organisational performance and professional development solutions.
We are a values-driven organisation with a strong focus on innovation, authenticity, inspiration, and relationships, creating meaningful impact for our learners, clients, colleagues, and partners.
About the Role
We're looking for an ambitious and relationship-focused Business Development Manager to join our Enterprise Team.
As part of a close-knit team of experienced Business Development Managers, you'll be responsible for identifying and developing opportunities with large, levy-paying organisations. Through a combination of research, outreach, relationship building, and consultative selling, you'll introduce prospective clients to KnowledgeBrief's apprenticeship and professional development solutions.
Enterprise sales is rarely about quick wins. Success in this role comes from understanding client challenges, building credibility with senior stakeholders, and nurturing opportunities through longer sales cycles. You'll engage with HR Directors, Learning & Development leaders, Chief People Officers, and other decision-makers to understand their workforce development goals and demonstrate how our programmes can help achieve them.
This role would suit someone who is professional, commercially aware, and confident building relationships with senior leaders within large organisations.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
Develop new business opportunities with enterprise and levy-paying organisations
Research target organisations and build strategic outreach campaigns
Generate and nurture opportunities through a combination of telephone, email, LinkedIn, in-person networking and marketing activity
Achieve individual and team targets for apprenticeship starts and commercial growth
Build relationships with senior stakeholders including HR, L&D, Talent, and People leaders
Deliver engaging meetings, presentations, and platform demonstrations
Develop tailored proposals and solutions aligned to client needs
Manage opportunities through the sales pipeline and maintain accurate CRM records
Work collaboratively with colleagues across Commercial, Marketing, Curriculum, and Operations teams
Build long-term client relationships that support sustainable growth and repeat business
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Essential
Previous experience in business development, sales, account management, or client relationship management
Experience engaging with senior decision-makers
Ability to manage a pipeline of opportunities and work towards targets
A proactive, resilient, and self-motivated approach
Passion for learning, development, and helping organisations grow their people
Strong organisation, planning, and time management skills
Professional, credible, and confident in client-facing environments
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Desirable
Experience within apprenticeships, training, education, learning technology, or professional services (highly desirable)
Experience selling to enterprise or levy-paying organisations
Experience using CRM systems and sales engagement tools
Knowledge of apprenticeship funding and workforce development solutions
Experience delivering presentations, proposals, or consultative sales meetings
Interpersonal Fit
We're looking for someone who:
Is aligned with our values and culture
Builds strong and authentic relationships
Communicates confidently and professionally
Represents KnowledgeBrief positively in every interaction
Enjoys working towards goals and achieving results
Demonstrates resilience, curiosity, and a growth mindset
Works collaboratively and supports others to succeed
Takes ownership of their development and performance
Why Work With Us?
At KnowledgeBrief, we are committed to creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and able to grow.
You'll benefit from:
Dedicated monthly CPD time to support your development
5.6 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
Two-week company closure over Christmas and New Year
Company sick pay
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Uncapped commission opportunities
Opportunities to contribute to cross-team projects and organisational growth
A remote-first environment with opportunities to connect in person
Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment and Inclusion
KnowledgeBrief is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners, and all colleagues are expected to share this commitment.
Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, including right to work, references, and DBS checks where appropriate.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
Application Process
Submit your CV via our careers platform
Initial screening with the People & Culture Team
Interview stage(s) with the hiring team
Final decision and feedback
We aim to keep the process timely, transparent, and respectful of your experience.
Ready to Apply?
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and we will be in touch.
The Hiring Team
KnowledgeBrief
Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum, dependent on experienceOriginally posted on Himalayas
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