Hybrid Business Development Executive – Academy

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About the role

  • Business Development Executive at Law Business Research supporting growth of Academy sponsorships. Managing relationships with sponsors and identifying commercial opportunities for revenue expansion.

Responsibilities

  • Support the acquisition of new Academy sponsors through targeted outreach and lead generation.
  • Conduct introductory calls, pitch Academy offerings, and support the full sales cycle as required.
  • Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within the sponsor portfolio.
  • Maintain accurate records of interactions, pipelines, and data in CRM tools.
  • Support on account management of sponsors as and when required within the business.
  • Regularly engage with sponsors to understand their objectives, challenges, and growth potential.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to deliver sponsor commitments and ensure smooth partner experiences.
  • Contribute ideas to improve the Academy sponsorship model and course LMS experience.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and competitor offerings to support commercial strategy.

Requirements

  • 1–2 years’ experience in Business Development, Sales, or Account Management (or similar client-facing role).
  • Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities.
  • Comfortable presenting, pitching, and engaging with external stakeholders.
  • Motivated by targets, results, and long‑term success.

Benefits

  • Eye care
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • A day off for your birthday
  • Pension (4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution)
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • £350 annual wellbeing allowance to contribute to gym memberships or fitness classes
  • Puregym access
  • Perks at work platform access
  • Private healthcare
  • Company socials
  • Access to Employee Affinity Networks
  • Mentoring scheme
  • Volunteering Day
  • Mortgage Advice
  • Work from anywhere (2 weeks)
  • Generous parental leave

Job title

Business Development Executive – Academy

Job type

Experience level

Junior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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