Business Development Manager - Public Sector Specialist

Business Development Manager – Public Sector Specialist 

Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Remote (UK)
This is a home-based role with some travel to London once every 6–8 weeks for team meetings, planning days, training, and company events. Candidates must be able and willing to travel to London. Travel expenses are reimbursed in full.

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Start Date: July 2026
Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026

(We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage early applications.)

Join KnowledgeBrief

KnowledgeBrief is a leadership and management training provider specialising in apprenticeship delivery, leadership development, business competency training, and professional skills development. Through a blend of apprenticeships, digital learning, workshops, coaching, and practical development programmes, we help individuals and organisations build the knowledge, confidence, and capabilities they need to grow and succeed.

Our vision is to inspire the next generation of leaders through high-impact learning experiences that empower great leadership at every level. We support organisations through leadership and management development, digital and AI upskilling, and broader workforce development solutions.

We are a values-driven organisation with a strong focus on innovation, authenticity, inspiration, and relationships, creating meaningful impact for our learners, clients, colleagues, and partners.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our public sector apprenticeship provision across the UK.

This role combines strategic business development, relationship management, framework opportunities, and tender activity. You will build partnerships with public sector organisations, identify workforce development opportunities, and secure new business through a combination of direct engagement, procurement frameworks, and competitive tender processes.

Working closely with colleagues across Commercial, Quality, Operations, Curriculum and Marketing, you will help develop compelling proposals that showcase KnowledgeBrief's ability to deliver high-quality apprenticeship programmes and meaningful workforce development outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building long-term relationships, navigating complex procurement processes, and winning new business in the public sector.

BDM - Public Sector Specialist - Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new apprenticeship opportunities across local authorities, NHS organisations, government departments, housing associations, emergency services, and wider public sector organisations.


• Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, HR teams, learning and development professionals, and procurement teams.


• Generate new business opportunities through networking, outreach activity, framework opportunities, referrals, and sector engagement.


• Lead and coordinate tender, framework, DPS, mini-competition, and bid opportunities from identification through to submission and award.


• Produce high-quality written proposals and tender responses


• Monitor public sector procurement activity, workforce development priorities, and market trends to identify future opportunities.


• Manage a pipeline of opportunities and maintain accurate forecasting and CRM records.


• Contribute to apprenticeship start and revenue targets through new business acquisition and account growth.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Proven experience in business development, account management, or sales within the public sector.


• Experience managing or contributing to public sector tenders, bids, procurement exercises, or framework opportunities.


• Strong written communication skills with the ability to create compelling proposals and tender responses.


• Experience engaging and influencing senior stakeholders within public sector organisations.


• Demonstrable success managing complex sales cycles and multiple stakeholders.


• Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify and convert opportunities.

Desirable

• Experience within apprenticeships, education, workforce development, training, or learning and development (highly desirable)


• Experience working with procurement frameworks, Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS), or public sector procurement routes such as CCS, YPO, ESPO, or NHS frameworks.


• Understanding of apprenticeship funding and workforce development priorities.


• Experience using procurement portals and tender management systems.


• Knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and processes.

Why Work With Us?

At KnowledgeBrief, we are committed to creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and able to grow.

You'll benefit from:

• Dedicated monthly CPD time to support your development.


• 5.6 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays.


• Two-week company closure over Christmas and New Year.


• Company sick pay.


• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.


• Opportunities to contribute to cross-team projects and organisational growth.


• A remote-first environment with regular opportunities to connect in person.

Our Commitment to Safer Recruitment and Inclusion

KnowledgeBrief is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners, and all colleagues are expected to share this commitment.

Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, including right to work and references.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

Application Process

• Submit your CV via BambooHR.


• Initial discussion with the People & Culture Team.


• Interview stage(s) with the hiring team.


• Final decision and feedback.

We aim to keep the process timely, transparent, and respectful of your experience.

Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and aspirations, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and we will be in touch.

The Hiring Team
KnowledgeBrief