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University of Worcester

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Worcester

AI generated summary

  • You should have a proven track record in business development in higher education, strong networking skills, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery.
  • You will manage a team, foster external partnerships, develop business opportunities, ensure program compliance, and promote executive education initiatives.

Requirements

  • We are looking for someone with a strong track record in developing new business opportunities, ideally within a higher education setting.
  • You will be confident in building sustainable networks with external organisations, identifying commercial opportunities, and supporting income-generating activities.
  • You will have excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery.
  • You’ll be comfortable working across teams, liaising with central University services, and supporting compliance and quality assurance in business-facing programmes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and grow our external business relationships, executive education programmes, and commercial partnerships.
  • Manage a small, dedicated team including a Business Development Officer and a Placements, Internships and Apprenticeships Co-ordinator.
  • Work closely with associate staff delivering on executive education programmes such as Help to Grow, the Executive MBA, and Higher and Degree Apprenticeships.
  • Develop new business opportunities, ideally within a higher education setting.
  • Build sustainable networks with external organisations, identifying commercial opportunities, and supporting income-generating activities.
  • Contribute to the School’s strategic priorities and the University’s commitment to regional impact and employability.
  • Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery.
  • Work across teams, liaise with central University services, and support compliance and quality assurance in business-facing programmes.
  • Shape the future of business education and engagement at Worcester.

FAQs

What is the role of the Business Development Manager at Worcester Business School?

The Business Development Manager will lead and grow external business relationships, executive education programmes, and commercial partnerships within Worcester Business School.

What qualifications or experience are required for this position?

We are looking for someone with a strong track record in developing new business opportunities, ideally within a higher education setting.

Who will the Business Development Manager report to?

The Business Development Manager will report directly to the Head of School.

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a full-time position.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary starts with an annual incremental increase up to £42,882, with the opportunity to progress to £46,735.

How many days of leave are offered with this role?

The role offers up to 36 days of leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days, rising to 41 total days after 5 years of service.

What kind of benefits does the position offer?

Benefits include an attractive Local Government Pension Scheme, access to a range of staff retail benefits, wellbeing advice and support through the Employee Assistance Programme, and in-house training and development support.

What skills are essential for the Business Development Manager role?

Essential skills include excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, strategic thinking, and the ability to balance operational delivery.

Can I contact someone for more information about the role?

Yes, for further details or an informal discussion about the post, you can contact Dr. Scott Andrews (Head of School) at s.andrews@worc.ac.uk.

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University of Worcester

Official University of Worcester account.

Education
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1946
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We aim to be an outstanding university at which to be a student. We concentrate on helping students achieve their potential, and place great importance on combining enduring human values with true professionalism. We are a truly inclusive university where each and every person counts as an individual. As an important member of our dynamic, responsible, high-achieving community, you will have every opportunity to thrive and fully realise your potential. Worcester enjoys a national reputation as a very friendly place at which people are genuinely happy.