Business Development Manager - Apprenticeships

Business Development Manager – Multiple Vacancies (Enterprise & SME Teams)

KnowledgeBrief

Join Us at Our Summer Recruitment Day – Your First Step Into an Exciting July Start

We’re growing fast, and we’re inviting talented, ambitious Business Development Managers to join us at our in‑person Recruitment Day on Wednesday 3rd June, 11:00–15:00 in London. This is your chance to meet the team, experience our culture, have lunch on us, and show us what you can bring to KnowledgeBrief. Shortlisted candidates will have an initial conversation to talk through the role. Candidates invited to the day will receive full details in advance, and successful applicants will start with us in July 2026.

Contract: Full-time, Remote

(In-person days in London, 6 times per year)

Salary: £30,000–£40,000 per annum (dependent on experience) 

Commission: Uncapped, paid on all apprenticeship starts once monthly target is met

Travel: All London travel for team days reimbursed

Closing date: Sunday 17th May

Help Shape the Future of Leadership, Data, AI and Business Skills

At KnowledgeBrief, we partner with organisations across the UK to build emotionally intelligent, evidence‑based leadership and management capability. Apprenticeships are central to our mission, empowering professionals to grow, strengthening organisational culture, and supporting businesses to thrive.

This year is especially exciting. Alongside our established programmes, we are expanding our portfolio with new, future‑focused apprenticeships. Our BDMs will sell across the full range, including:

Business Administrator Level 3

Data Analyst Level 3 & 4

Project Manager Level 4

AI & Automation Practitioner Level 5

Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Level 4

Service Designer Level 6

Business Analyst Level 4

People Professional Level 5

Whether you’re passionate about people, leadership, data, sustainability, or emerging technologies, you’ll be representing programmes that genuinely transform careers and organisations.

Learn more about our values and vision at www.knowledgebrief.com.

What You’ll Be Doing

We are recruiting for both our Enterprise and SME Business Development teams. While the markets differ, the core of the role is the same: building meaningful relationships and helping clients choose the right apprenticeship solutions.

You will:

Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities

Use a blend of cold calling, email, LinkedIn, and marketing‑supported outreach

Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, from HR and L&D leaders to C‑suite executives

Tailor your approach to different industries and organisational needs

Manage a consultative sales process from first contact to enrolment

Contribute to a collaborative, supportive team culture

Enterprise BDMs typically work with larger, levy‑paying organisations and longer sales cycles. SME BDMs work in a fast‑paced environment with diverse, high‑volume opportunities. We will consider candidates for both teams based on strengths and experience.

What’s On Offer

Full-time role, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30

£30,000–£40,000 basic salary, dependent on experience

Uncapped commission once monthly target is met

Opportunity for a fully funded Chartered Management Institute qualification

Clear progression pathway to Senior BDM for time-served colleagues

5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid company closure over the winter holidays

Company Sick Pay

Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistance Programme

A warm, values‑driven culture where people and learning come first

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll thrive with us if you bring:

Proven success in telesales or business development (essential)

Experience selling apprenticeships or training (desirable, not essential)

A target‑driven, motivated approach

Warmth, confidence, and the ability to build rapport quickly

Strong communication skills with senior stakeholders

A customer‑focused mindset

Passion for leadership, learning, and helping others grow

Organisation, resilience, and adaptability

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited by the idea of helping leaders and professionals grow, and want to be part of a dynamic, values‑driven organisation, we’d love to meet you.

Submit your CV, and if shortlisted, you’ll be invited to our Recruitment Day on Wednesday 3rd June.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Nathan

People Partner

KnowledgeBrief

KnowledgeBrief is an Equal Opportunities employer. All qualified candidates will be considered.