Job Description

Can you be our first business development manager here at SFE?

As a new role the Senior Business Development Manager at Services For Education (SFE) is a fantastic opportunity for someone with the right experience and ambition to develop and grow a business development function.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Income Generation:

Engage in various business development activities to support future incremental income.

Identify Sales Prospects and Leads

: Pitch and sell goods and services.

Proactive Business Development:

Identify new and emerging markets, and work with teams to develop products and services.

Grow and Support Projects:

Develop new work that aligns with SFE's vision, values, and ambitions.

Develop Partnerships:

Build new and existing external partnerships and add value to the team's skills.

Maintain Relationships:

Keep good relationships with current SFE customers and users.

What we are looking for:

Experience in Business Development:

Proven track record in a similar role.

Strategic Thinking:

Ability to think strategically and communicate effectively.

Sector Knowledge:

Good understanding of primary and secondary education and/or arts sectors would be desirable.

Ambassadorial Role:

Represent SFE within charitable, educational and business communities.

Enthusiasm for SFE Portfolio:

Demonstrate enthusiasm and understanding of SFE's work.

This role is part of the External and Digital Engagement Team, which includes the business development, marketing, fundraising, digital, and IT functions.

The success of this role will be evaluated based on the achievement of annual sales targets.


If you're passionate about business development and looking for a role in which you can make a real difference to the lives of children and young people in Birmingham, we'd love to hear from you!


Applications are to made via CV and covering letter


Services For Education uses the power of learning and music to create and build confidence among children, young people, adults, and communities across Birmingham.



Our mission is to bring music and learning to life. We believe that every young person should be able to grow up to be the very best that they can be, regardless of their background.



To this end the charity was formed in 2012 to provide more opportunities for children of all ages and abilities in Birmingham to reach their full potential. Our work has recently expanded to include working with young people, adults and communities.