Business Development Manager - Education (Independent Schools)
Role: Business Development Manager - Education (Independent Schools)
Location: Surrey
£60,000 Base + Double OTE (£120,000 Package) + £5,000 Car Allowance
The Opportunity
* We are a leading national IT Managed Services provider with a dedicated and growing Education Division, supporting both state and independent schools across the UK.
* Due to continued growth, we are looking for a Business Development Manager to drive new business within the Independent Schools sector across the South of England and London.
* This is a high-impact, field-based role suited to someone who understands the education landscape, has strong existing networks, and knows how to sell complex managed IT services.
The Role
You will be responsible for identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities within Independent Schools, working closely with technical and delivery teams to create compelling solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive new logo acquisition within Independent Schools
* Build and maintain strong relationships with school leadership and decision makers
* Develop and execute territory and account development plans
* Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting through to contract close
* Represent the business at sector events, conferences, and networking forums
* Work collaboratively with pre-sales and technical teams to shape solutions
* Maintain accurate pipeline forecasting and CRM updates
About You
* We are looking for someone who combines sector credibility with strong commercial sales ability.
* Proven new business sales experience in IT Managed Services
* Strong understanding of the Independent Education sector
* Track record of delivering against revenue targets
* Strong stakeholder and relationship-building skills
* Ability to operate autonomously in a field-based role
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Existing network within Independent Schools
* Experience selling multi-service or complex IT solutions
What We Offer
* Up to £60,000 base salary
* Double OTE (Up to £120,000 total package)
* £5,000 Car Allowance
* Strong delivery capability and sector reputation to support sales success
* Clear growth pathway within a national organisation
* Supportive, collaborative culture