Business Development Associate

Business Development Associate

Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 + Commission

Location: UK-based (ideally with good access to London)

Remote-first with occasional office time

We are recruiting on behalf of an innovative client that partners with some of the world’s most influential brands to deliver programmes that transform opportunities for young people. They are searching for an ambitious Business Development Associate to support their growth and help drive meaningful change.

If you’re commercially minded, great with people, and want your work to have purpose as well as progression, this is an incredible opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation at a pivotal time.

The Role

As the Business Development Associate, you will:

• Conduct market research and identify new sectors and opportunities
• Build and manage a pipeline of prospects through networking, events, and outreach
• Develop strong relationships with potential clients, understanding their needs and shaping tailored solutions
• Help manage the full sales cycle, from first contact to pitch, proposal, negotiation and contract preparation
• Create compelling sales materials, working with internal marketing and creative teams
• Track activity and performance using CRM tools
• Support innovative ideas to strengthen brand presence and enhance lead generation

You’ll work closely with senior commercial leaders and have direct exposure to major global brands.

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in business development or a client‑facing commercial role
• A confident, persuasive communication style
• Strong networking and relationship‑building skills
• Excellent writing ability (proposals, pitch decks, sales content)
• A proactive, self‑starting mindset and strong organisational skills
• Ideally, experience with Salesforce or similar CRM
• Interest in any of the following: social impact, youth engagement, education, or sport

What’s On Offer

• £38,000 – £40,000 salary
• Commission on all new‑client wins
• Excellent benefits