Business Development Manager

at  Outcomes First GroupBolton

Experience:

• Proven track record in business development or sales within a services-based or regulated environment (essential).
• Experience working with Local Authorities, MATs, Schools, or in sectors such as education, healthcare, or social care (desirable).
• Familiarity with delivering against sales targets and driving revenue growth (essential).
• Experience in proposal writing and bid management (essential).
• Previous experience working across multiple brands or service lines (desirable)

Skills:

• Demonstrated success in new business development to the public and private education sector.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on driving new business acquisition.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence education and local government stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market trends and customer needs, using insights to inform business strategy.
• Proficient in managing pipelines in CRM systems and forecasting future sales.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

JOB PURPOSE

Momenta Connect, part of the Outcomes First Group (OFG), brings together three distinct brands: London Children’s Practice (LCP), Welfare Education Services (WPA), and Acorn Digital Learning (ADL). These brands provide specialist services across a range of sectors, supporting individuals and organizations in various needs.
The purpose of the Business Development Manager will be to play a key role in identifying and driving growth opportunities for these brands, working to build strategic relationships, increase market presence, and identify new business opportunities. The role will also involve working closely with Local Authorities, Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), Schools, and Alternative Provision (AP) centres to secure new business and expand service offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• New Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities across the UK, focusing on expanding relationships with Local Authorities, MATs, Schools, and PRUs, while leveraging market insights to drive new business expansion.
• Sales Targets & Forecasting: Ensure delivery of sales targets aligned with company objectives, providing accurate forecasts on sales performance and growth opportunities.
• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with Local Authorities, Multi-Academy Trusts, Schools, and AP centres, positioning Momenta as a leader in online education and therapeutic services.
• Proposals & Tenders: Support the bid process for Local Authority framework tenders and direct awards, collaborating with the Central Business Development Team to ensure compliance with procurement frameworks and delivering successful outcomes.
• Marketing Input: Work closely with the Marketing department, providing insights and feedback to inform marketing plans and support campaign activity.

Experience:

• Proven track record in business development or sales within a services-based or regulated environment (essential).
• Experience working with Local Authorities, MATs, Schools, or in sectors such as education, healthcare, or social care (desirable).
• Familiarity with delivering against sales targets and driving revenue growth (essential).
• Experience in proposal writing and bid management (essential).
• Previous experience working across multiple brands or service lines (desirable).

Skills:

• Demonstrated success in new business development to the public and private education sector.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on driving new business acquisition.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence education and local government stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market trends and customer needs, using insights to inform business strategy.
• Proficient in managing pipelines in CRM systems and forecasting future sales.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.