Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager  

Loughborough Business School is an integral part of Loughborough University’s learning offering, covering the disciplines of business, management, finance, accounting and economics.  Guided by the ethos of ‘Progress with Purpose’, our forward-thinking approach to research and teaching empowers staff and students to drive change, both within and beyond the University. 

We are consistently ranked as a top 10 UK university in national league tables and Loughborough Business School also holds triple accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. Our position within the higher education sector has been developed by our excellence driven approach and a welcoming, vibrant international community of staff and students. Whether you are an innovative academic aiming to make a difference in the world, or an ambitious professional in search of a rewarding career in higher education, you can make progress with purpose at Loughborough Business School. 

The role and what we’re looking for

Reporting to the Head of Partnerships and Knowledge Exchange in the Research and Innovation Office, the Business Development Manager is responsible for: (a) implementing a client/partner engagement strategy, (b) fostering relationships with selected businesses and relevant public/professional organisations, (c) initiating and following up leads with selected businesses, and (d) managing contracts with client organisations in conjunction with relevant Professional Services and School staff. 

The Business Development Manager will play a key role in driving the growth and impact of the Business School by working closely with industry partners to understand their challenges, priorities, and opportunities. They will be responsible for identifying and developing relationships with organisations across priority industry sectors, and for effectively triaging these opportunities to relevant Business School products, services, and engagement pathways. The post holder will support the delivery of the School’s Business Engagement Plan whilst being mindful of the wider University relationships and opportunities. 

The role also entails expanding Executive and Professional Education (EPE) connections into other areas of Loughborough Business School’s research, teaching and enterprise activities, such as short courses, student projects, student placements, staff research, research impact, etc. This will be achieved through regular engagement with, the Executive and Professional Education (EPE) Team, the Business Development Manager (UK SCALE Centre), Research and Innovation Office Colleagues and the wider Business School. 

This post is available on a full-time, open-ended basis, with a start date of as soon as practically possible. Hybrid working is also available, with a mix of working in the office and from home.

Application and assessment process 

The closing date for applications is Sunday 5th October 2025 

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 14th October 2025 

For informal enquiries please contact Kathryn Burchell, Head of Partnerships and Knowledge Exchange, at K.D.Burchell@lboro.ac.uk. 

Why should you apply?  

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Loughborough Business School as part of the Business Development Team. As well as Loughborough being a great place to work, we offer a generous employment package - find out more about the range of Loughborough Benefitson our website, including our generous annual leave allowance. 

Reasonable Adjustments 

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that you may need during the recruitment process. If there are adjustments that you would like to request, please contact Emma Burrow, Operations Officer, at E.K.Burrow@lboro.ac.uk.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

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