University of Worcester
Overview
Join Worcester Business School as our next Business Development Manager. Are you a dynamic and strategic professional with a passion for external engagement and enterprise? Worcester Business School (WBS) at the University of Worcester is seeking an experienced
Business Development Manager
to lead and grow our external business relationships, executive education programmes, and commercial partnerships.
This is a pivotal role within the School, reporting directly to the Head of School and managing a small, dedicated team including a Business Development Officer and a Placements, Internships and Apprenticeships Co-ordinator. You will also work closely with associate staff delivering on executive education programmes such as
Help to Grow , the
Executive MBA , and
Higher and Degree Apprenticeships .
We are looking for someone with a strong track record in developing new business opportunities, ideally within a higher education setting. You will be confident in building sustainable networks with external organisations, identifying commercial opportunities, and supporting income-generating activities. Your work will directly contribute to the School’s strategic priorities and the University’s commitment to regional impact and employability.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery. You’ll be comfortable working across teams, liaising with central University services, and supporting compliance and quality assurance in business-facing programmes.
This full-time post presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of business education and engagement at Worcester.
What’s in it for you?
Annual incremental increase up to £42,882, with the opportunity to progress to £46,735
Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years’ service
Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
In-house training and development support
A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment
For further details or an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Scott Andrews (Head of School) at s.andrews@worc.ac.uk
Apply now and help us build the future of business education in the heart of Worcestershire.
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Business Development Manager
to lead and grow our external business relationships, executive education programmes, and commercial partnerships.
This is a pivotal role within the School, reporting directly to the Head of School and managing a small, dedicated team including a Business Development Officer and a Placements, Internships and Apprenticeships Co-ordinator. You will also work closely with associate staff delivering on executive education programmes such as
Help to Grow , the
Executive MBA , and
Higher and Degree Apprenticeships .
We are looking for someone with a strong track record in developing new business opportunities, ideally within a higher education setting. You will be confident in building sustainable networks with external organisations, identifying commercial opportunities, and supporting income-generating activities. Your work will directly contribute to the School’s strategic priorities and the University’s commitment to regional impact and employability.
You will have excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery. You’ll be comfortable working across teams, liaising with central University services, and supporting compliance and quality assurance in business-facing programmes.
This full-time post presents an exciting opportunity to shape the future of business education and engagement at Worcester.
What’s in it for you?
Annual incremental increase up to £42,882, with the opportunity to progress to £46,735
Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years’ service
Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
In-house training and development support
A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment
For further details or an informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Scott Andrews (Head of School) at s.andrews@worc.ac.uk
Apply now and help us build the future of business education in the heart of Worcestershire.
Further Details
Job Description
Person Specification
Email details to a friend
Apply Online
We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels
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