Head of Business Development

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University College Birmingham · Birmingham, UK

£58K–£62K/yrFull-timeOn-site1mo ago30+ days old, may be filled

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Join University College Birmingham at a pivotal moment as we build a new Business and Employer Engagement team designed to put industry partnerships at the heart of the UCB experience. This new function will drive a step-change in how the University works with employers - connecting businesses with talent, skills, enterprise, innovation and specialist expertise across our academic schools. Whether through placements, apprenticeships, CPD, consultancy, live projects, events, CRM insight or student enterprise, this team will turn UCB's 'Putting Knowledge to Work' strategy into visible impact for students, employers and the wider region. We are looking for ambitious, commercially minded and collaborative people who want to help shape something new, build meaningful partnerships, and play a direct role in opening opportunities for students and businesses alike. As Head of Business Development, you will play a key role in turning UCB's employer engagement ambition into action. Acting as the bridge between strategy and delivery, you will lead a new business development team, drive high-value partnerships, support income generation, and ensure a joined-up approach to employer engagement across the University. This is a senior, visible role for someone who can lead people, build credibility with employers, spot commercial opportunities and translate big ideas into measurable impact for students, the institution and external partners.

Benefits

Generous allocation of annual leave 29 days' paid leave per year12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary DaysExcellent Local Government Pension Scheme Employer Contributions -20.9%Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP ServiceEmployee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement supportAnnual health MOTs with our Registered NurseExcellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorshipA variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycleHeavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central BirminghamHybrid working opportunitiesFree on-site gym membershipExtra Information:All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to undertake an Enhanced Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to commencement.All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher educationClosing Date - 31 May 2026Interview Date - 12 June 2026The University is an equal opportunities employer.Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of New Business Manager, Lead Generation, Partnerships Manager, Client Success, Sales Account Manager, Student Placement Sales, Partnership Engagement will also be considered for this role.

Additional Information

Job Title: Head of Business Development Location: Birmingham - Hybrid opportunities available Salary: £58,225 - £61,759 per annum - SS10 Job type: Permanent, Full-time UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

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