Business Development Manager

Michael Page • Permanent • Dalkeith, Midlothian, Scotland, United Kingdom • £42.50k - £45.70k / year • 4d ago

Join a unique, purpose-driven organisation where you'll lead commercial growth, develop new income streams, and build strategic partnerships that directly support life-changing educational opportunities across Scotland. This is a rare chance to combine business development expertise with meaningful social impact in a senior leadership role.

Client Details

Our client is a highly respected, purpose-led Scottish organisation that combines a powerful social mission with an entrepreneurial outlook, creating opportunities that have a lasting impact on learners and communities across the country. Operating from an exceptional historic setting with a strong national reputation, it offers a collaborative environment where innovation, growth and meaningful work go hand in hand.

Description

Reporting to the Director of Operations and working closely with the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of driving sustainable revenue growth across a range of income-generating activities.

Key responsibilities include:

Growing and maximising existing commercial income streams
Identifying, developing and implementing new business opportunities
Leading business development and marketing strategies
Supporting fundraising initiatives, bids and partnership development
Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, customers and strategic partners
Overseeing digital marketing activity, including website performance and lead generation
Managing and developing the Marketing & Events Officer
Contributing to organisational strategy as a member of the management team

Profile

We're keen to hear from ambitious business development professionals who can demonstrate:

A strong track record of delivering commercial growth and income generation
Success in identifying and securing new business opportunities
Experience developing and delivering successful bids, tenders or funding applications
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Experience creating and executing marketing strategies
Previous people management experience
Commercial awareness combined with creativity and entrepreneurial thinking
The ability to balance strategic leadership with operational delivery
Experience within the education, charity, third sector or mission-led sectors would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Job Offer

Salary of £42,700 - £45,700
45 days annual leave including public holidays
Generous defined benefit pension
Permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week)
A strategic leadership role with significant autonomy and influence
Opportunity to shape the future growth of a respected Scottish institution
The chance to work in one of Scotland's most inspiring and historic settings
A collaborative, values-led culture where your contribution will make a tangible difference

If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

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