Job Description

Commercial Manager - Academii

Location:

Hybrid (South Wales with travel to customer sites)

Salary:

50,000-54,000 DOE + revenue-based commission

Contract:

Full-time, permanent

About Academii

Academii

is redefining how people and organisations learn.
We create

AI-powered learning platforms

that help employers build the skills needed for a

net zero, digital-first future

.

Our clients include public bodies, educators, and industry leaders committed to transforming how their people develop and thrive. We combine technology, creativity, and evidence-based insight to deliver measurable impact.

We're now seeking an experienced and ambitious

Commercial Manager

to lead our client growth strategy, oversee key accounts, and shape the future of Academii's commercial operations.

The Role

As

Commercial Manager

, you'll play a pivotal role in driving Academii's growth - leading business development, account management, and marketing activity to expand our client base and strengthen existing relationships. You'll report directly into our CEO.

You'll oversee our

Key Account Manager

, manage strategic accounts directly, and coordinate outbound marketing to generate qualified leads and new opportunities.

This is a hybrid role that combines

strategic sales leadership

,

client success

, and

commercial delivery

- ideal for someone with energy, vision, and a genuine passion for the learning technology sector.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Academii's commercial strategy to achieve ambitious growth targets Manage and grow relationships with key strategic accounts Oversee and support the Key Account Manager to ensure strong client delivery and retention Identify and pursue new business opportunities within target sectors (public, private, and education) Develop proposals, bids, and commercial tenders with the leadership team Lead outbound marketing and engagement campaigns, working with internal and external partners Produce commercial forecasts, sales reports, and performance dashboards Contribute to pricing strategy, contract negotiation, and partnership development Represent Academii at events, meetings, and conferences

About You

Proven experience in

commercial management, business development, or strategic sales

Strong track record of

B2B growth and account expansion

, ideally in

digital learning

,

SaaS

, or

education technology

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels Experience leading or mentoring others in sales or client delivery roles Confident developing proposals, managing budgets, and negotiating contracts Understanding of marketing strategy, lead generation, and digital outreach Ambitious, self-motivated, and excited by growth and innovation

What We Offer

Salary: 50,000-54,000 DOE +

revenue-based commission scheme

Hybrid and flexible working model Opportunity to lead commercial strategy in a fast-growing, purpose-led company Collaborative, supportive culture focused on innovation, impact, and professional growth

Why Join Academii?

You'll be joining a company at the forefront of digital learning innovation - helping organisations adapt, upskill, and succeed in a changing world.
If you're commercially driven, strategically minded, and motivated by purpose as much as profit, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-80,683.95 per year

Benefits:

Company car Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Profit sharing
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hengoed CF82