Senior Business Development Manager
| Posting date: | 07 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £46,735 to £55,755 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 July 2025 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Aston University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 0006-25R |
Summary
Aston University’s 2030 strategy is Inclusive, Entrepreneurial and Transformational. Our vision is to be a leading university of science, technology and enterprise, measured by the positive transformational impact we achieve for our people, students, businesses and the communities we serve. Reporting to the Director of Business Development, the Senior Business Development Manager (SBDM) will play a lead role in driving strategic partnerships and growth opportunities for the University.
This role will be aligned with the College of Healthcare and Life Sciences.
Main responsibilities:
To create and maintain a commercial/enterprise strategy which aligns market need with the unique products/services within the College of Healthcare and Lifesciences.
To develop and manage strategic partnerships with businesses and other influential bodies in line with the Aston 2030 Strategy and mange key accounts for the institution.
Build viable value propositions for partners who require bespoke solutions from Aston University, helping them to overcome specific operational challenges
To lead on major funding bids and proposals, generating external funding
Deliver against individual annual sales targets
Experience:
As the successful candidate, you will have a proven track record of successful business development and client management with influential stakeholders in the healthcare sector, along with a proven ability to secure sales and deliver significant growth in income. We are looking for innovative and entrepreneurial BDMs that can broker long-lasting, value-generating partnerships between external partners and academia.
The SBDM will join Aston University with established external connections in the sector for which they are applying, with an overarching objective to drive revenue generation. The ideal candidates are characterised by a profound understanding of business dynamics, adept strategic thinking, exceptional relationship-building acumen, and a robust background in business development and sales. Also, they will need to be sensitive and appreciative of the culture of Aston University and the values of the Higher Education sector more broadly.
Please visit our website http://www.aston.ac.uk/jobs for further information and to apply online.
What we offer:
Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family friendly policies.
On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found on the university website.
This role will be aligned with the College of Healthcare and Life Sciences.
Main responsibilities:
To create and maintain a commercial/enterprise strategy which aligns market need with the unique products/services within the College of Healthcare and Lifesciences.
To develop and manage strategic partnerships with businesses and other influential bodies in line with the Aston 2030 Strategy and mange key accounts for the institution.
Build viable value propositions for partners who require bespoke solutions from Aston University, helping them to overcome specific operational challenges
To lead on major funding bids and proposals, generating external funding
Deliver against individual annual sales targets
Experience:
As the successful candidate, you will have a proven track record of successful business development and client management with influential stakeholders in the healthcare sector, along with a proven ability to secure sales and deliver significant growth in income. We are looking for innovative and entrepreneurial BDMs that can broker long-lasting, value-generating partnerships between external partners and academia.
The SBDM will join Aston University with established external connections in the sector for which they are applying, with an overarching objective to drive revenue generation. The ideal candidates are characterised by a profound understanding of business dynamics, adept strategic thinking, exceptional relationship-building acumen, and a robust background in business development and sales. Also, they will need to be sensitive and appreciative of the culture of Aston University and the values of the Higher Education sector more broadly.
Please visit our website http://www.aston.ac.uk/jobs for further information and to apply online.
What we offer:
Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
Excellent training and development opportunities.
A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
Great family friendly policies.
On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found on the university website.
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