WSR is recruiting for a Business Development Manager for our esteemed client in Coventry.
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic + Uncapped Commission (c. £12,000 OTE)
Location:
Coventry (National remit) - Hybrid working – In office every Wednesday
Working Hours:
9am - 5pm - Monday to Friday
If you’re the type of Business Development professional who enjoys spotting opportunity where others don’t, building genuine commercial partnerships, and turning conversations into long-term revenue streams — this could be your next move.
We’re supporting a growing, ambitious training provider that partners with organisations across the UK to strengthen workforce capability through funded programmes and tailored development solutions. As demand continues to rise, they are investing in a commercially astute Business Development Manager to help accelerate their national reach.
Business Development Manager Opportunity Overview
This is a strategic, relationship-led sales role with a UK-wide remit. You’ll have the autonomy to identify priority sectors, develop regional strategies, and build a pipeline from the ground up.
Rather than pushing products, you’ll be introducing organisations to practical, funded workforce development solutions that support growth, retention and long-term performance. You’ll operate as a trusted adviser — someone who understands business challenges and can align training solutions to commercial outcomes.
Business Development Manager Responsibilities:
- Identifying and unlocking new employer partnerships across targeted industries and regions
- Developing a consistent pipeline of qualified opportunities through networking, outreach and relationship-building
- Engaging senior decision-makers in commercially focused conversations
- Positioning training and apprenticeship solutions as strategic investments rather than transactional purchases
- Nurturing accounts to encourage repeat engagement and longer-term collaboration
- Working closely with internal teams to ensure a smooth and professional client experience
- Playing a key role in achieving revenue growth aligned with wider expansion plans
Business Development Manager Experience, Skills & Attributes:
- A proven track record in B2B sales, business development or recruitment
- Experience selling services or consultative solutions (rather than tangible goods)
- Confidence operating at senior stakeholder level
- A proactive, self-starting mindset with the ability to work independently in a hybrid model
- Strong relationship-building and influencing skills
- Ability to attend the Coventry office weekly
- A full UK driving licence is advantageous
Business Development Manager Benefits:
- Competitive basic salary (£35,000–£40,000 DOE)
- Uncapped commission with realistic £12,000+ OTE
- Hybrid working with national scope
- Genuine autonomy to shape your territory and approach
- Clear progression as the organisation continues to expand
This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys the hunt, values long-term partnerships, and wants to make a visible impact in a growing, commercially focused environment.
Please click ‘APPLY NOW’, or call the WSR Team at 01908 616184 for more info.
We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. While we strive to respond to all applicants promptly, we kindly ask for your understanding in case of delays. If you do not hear from us within 10 days of submitting your application, please assume that, unfortunately, you have not been successful this time.
We will however keep your CV on file and review your suitability against any other vacancies we may have available.
