Business Development Manager

Job description

About this role:

We are looking for a proactive, driven and commercially minded UK Business Development Manager to join our growing Sales team.

Reporting to the Head of Sales & Key Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in accelerating revenue growth by identifying new opportunities, building strong partnerships and strengthening Cosy’s presence across the education market.

This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and turning ambition into results.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be our Brand Ambassador: Spread the "Cosy" magic! You’ll shout from the rooftops about our sustainable ethos and products to schools and nurseries.

• Build an Inner Circle: You won’t just "sell"—you’ll build meaningful partnerships with Multi-Academy Trusts and schools.

• Hunt for Spark: Keep your ear to the ground for new opportunities and turn "maybe" into "yes!"

• Be the Expert: Use your industry brain to help customers find the perfect solutions for their unique settings.

• Nurture Connections: We’re in it for the long haul. You’ll build relationships so strong our customers wouldn't dream of going anywhere else.

• Keep it Organised: High-five the CRM! You’ll keep our data as tidy as a well-organised classroom.

• The Ultimate Teammate: You’ll collaborate with our internal crew to make sure every customer leaves with a smile.

Are You the One?

• A Natural Chatterbox: You’re a pro communicator who can charm via email or in person.

• People-Powered: You’re outgoing, professional, and genuinely love meeting new people.

• The "Win-Win" Negotiator: You love the thrill of the chase and closing a deal, but you do it with a commercial "big picture" mind.

• Self-Starter with a Side of Team Spirit: You’re happy flying solo on the road but love a good brainstorm with the team.

• Ready to Roam: You’ve got a full UK driving license and a playlist ready for trips across the country.

• The Experience: You know the education world (or business development) and are ready to hit the ground running.

Why Join Us?

You’ll join a supportive team where your work has a direct, visible impact every day. We offer structured support to help you grow your career, clear scope so you know exactly how to succeed, and a professional environment that actually remembers to have fun.

The Good Stuff (Perks!) We believe that happy employees change the world. Here’s how we look after you:

• Celebrate You: Take your Birthday off, completely paid!

• Give Back: Paid volunteering days for causes close to your heart.

• Level Up: Training and development tailored specifically to your dreams.

• Green Commute: Free on-site parking with EV charging.

• Stay Well: Full support via our Employee Assistance Programme.

• Have Fun: Regular social events to let your hair down with the team.

• Furry friends: Well behaved fur friends that go woof may accompany you in our Cosy office.

• Serious Relaxation: We take holidays very seriously. You can buy a week's extra annual leave if you need more sun! Plus, loyalty pays off—once you reach 2 years, you accrue 1 extra day per year (up to 30 days total).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

• We hire based on talent, potential, and attitude. We believe every voice deserves to be heard and every individual deserves a fresh start and a fair chance.

• Age Friendly Employer: We welcome candidates of all ages and career stages. Experience comes in many forms, and we value the diverse perspectives that different generations bring to our team.

• Ex-Offender Friendly: We are proud to be an ex-offender friendly employer. We assess every candidate on their skills and capability for the role, providing fair chances to individuals looking to rebuild their lives and careers.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Derby

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English