Business Development Manager
Sub Department
Business Development
Location
City Campus
Salary
£38,249 to £42,882 per annum
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Closing Date
Sunday 23 November 2025
Interview Date
Friday 05 December 2025
Reference
SB2512
Join Worcester Business School as our next Business Development Manager
Are you a dynamic and strategic professional with a passion for external engagement and enterprise? Worcester Business School (WBS) at the University of Worcester is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to lead and grow our external business relationships, executive education programmes, and commercial partnerships.
This is a pivotal role within the School, reporting directly to the Head of School and managing a small, dedicated team including a Business Development Officer and a Placements, Internships, and Apprenticeships Co-ordinator. You will also work closely with associate staff delivering on executive education programmes such as Help to Grow, the Executive MBA, and Higher and Degree Apprenticeships.
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. Your work will directly contribute to the Schools strategic priorities and the Universitys commitment to regional impact and employability.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery. Youll be comfortable working across teams, liaising with central University services, and supporting compliance and quality assurance in business-facing programmes.
This full-time post presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of business education and engagement at Worcester.
What's in it for you?
- Annual incremental increase up to £42,882, with the opportunity to progress to £46,735
- Up to 36 days leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days), rising to 41 total days after 5 years service
- Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to a range of benefits, including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
- Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- In-house training and development support
- A friendly, inclusive, and supportive culture and work environment
Apply now and help us build the future of business education in the heart of Worcestershire.
We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels.
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