KnowledgeBrief
Business Development Manager – Enterprise Team
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Business Development Manager – Enterprise Team
Business Development Manager – Enterprise Team
Contract: Full-time
Location: Remote (UK) with necessary travel every 6-8 weeks to London for team meetings, training days, company events, and client meetings
Salary: up to £40,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Commission: Uncapped commission scheme
Start Date: Multiple vacancies due to continued growth - available for an immediate start
Closing Date: Monday 13th July 2026
(We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage early applications.)
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
Due to a period of exciting growth, we are looking for ambitious and relationship-focused Business Development Managers 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.
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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 well researched and invested 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 whilst working towards targets.
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
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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
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:
- Opportunity to undertake a Chartered Management qualification
- 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.
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