Business Development Manager - Public Sector Specialist

Business Development Manager – Public Sector Specialist

KnowledgeBrief

Start Date: We are hiring for this role as part of our continued commercial growth. Successful candidates can start from March 2026 

Full‑time, Remote/Hybrid: While the role is advertised in a specific area, it is remote and we operate on a home‑working model. The candidate must be able to travel to London for operational meet‑ups, training days, and company away days as required, typically around 6 times per year.

Salary: Dependent on experience.

Commission: Uncapped commission on all apprenticeship starts once monthly target is met.

Travel: All travel required for the role is reimbursed in full.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 3rd May 2026

Ready to Shape Public Sector Workforce Development?

Want to play a pivotal role in strengthening leadership, capability, and skills across the UK public sector?

At KnowledgeBrief, we partner with organisations across government, health, and local authorities to elevate leadership through emotionally intelligent, evidence‑based learning. Apprenticeships remain a core part of our delivery, supporting public institutions to develop their people, build future‑ready teams, and embed inclusive, values‑driven cultures at scale.

We’re now expanding our reach across the public sector, and we’re looking for a specialist who can help us grow our impact.

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

Business Development Manager – What You’ll Be Doing

As our Public Sector Specialist, you’ll take the lead in identifying, engaging, and growing apprenticeship partnerships across the UK public sector. You’ll work with government departments, local authorities, NHS Trusts, arm’s‑length bodies, and other public institutions to understand their workforce priorities and shape meaningful apprenticeship solutions.

You’ll combine strategic account management with proactive business development, nurturing long‑term relationships, responding to tenders and frameworks, and uncovering new opportunities through structured research and targeted outreach.

You’ll lead high‑quality meetings with senior stakeholders, deliver compelling presentations, and represent KnowledgeBrief at sector events, conferences, and forums. You’ll also collaborate closely with internal teams to produce high‑quality bids, tenders, and proposals that reflect our capability and compliance.

This role is ideal for someone who understands the complexity of public sector procurement, thrives in long‑cycle relationship building, and is motivated by the opportunity to drive meaningful workforce development across the UK.

Business Development Manager – What’s On Offer

Full‑time role, 37.5 hours per week

Salary dependent on experience

Uncapped commission on all apprenticeship starts once monthly target is met

Opportunity to undertake a fully funded Chartered Management Institute qualification

Career progression opportunities within the Commercial team

5.6 weeks annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays

Paid company closure over the winter holidays

2 weeks full sick pay per year

Ideal Candidates Will Showcase Some or All of the Following

Proven experience in business development within the public sector (essential)

Experience selling into government departments, NHS Trusts, councils, or other public bodies (highly advantageous)

Experience within the apprenticeship or skills sector (desirable but not essential)

Strong understanding of public sector procurement, frameworks, and tendering processes

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders

Demonstrable ability to build long‑term, trust‑based relationships and manage complex accounts

Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities independently

Adaptable and resilient, comfortable navigating evolving public sector landscapes

Professional, enthusiastic, and driven, contributing positively to the team and wider organisation

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited by the idea of shaping public sector workforce development, and growing your own career in the process, send us your CV and we will be in touch.

Nathan

People Partner

KnowledgeBrief

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