Job Description
Business Development Manager – Education Recruitment
Regional & National | Full-time | Senior Commercial Role | Hybrid Role (Hertford Office)
About the role
Certus Education is seeking an experienced, strategic Business Development Manager to play a pivotal role in our next phase of growth. This is a senior, outward-facing role for someone who understands education recruitment inside out and is motivated by building meaningful, long-term partnerships rather than chasing short-term wins.
You will be responsible for expanding our reach both regionally and nationally, developing new client relationships across Local Authority schools, Multi-Academy Trusts, and Alternative Provision, while protecting and strengthening the reputation we have built for quality, trust and reliability.
This role is ideal for a proven education recruitment BDM who wants autonomy, influence, and the opportunity to help shape the future direction of a growing, teacher-led business.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the strategic growth of Certus Education across new regions and sectors
2. Identify, engage and secure new partnerships with LEA schools, MATs and AP providers
3. Build long-term relationships with senior decision-makers including Headteachers, CEOs, SEND leads and commissioners
4. Represent...