Business Development Manager - Flexible Location

Field Studies Council is one of the UK’s leading providers of outdoor environmental education. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Field Studies Council (FSC).

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join us to generate demand for our products, develop partnerships and sales leads for groups looking to enjoy our facilities.

Working under the direction of the Commercial Director and in line with our new business strategy, you will manage and mentor the business development team whilst identifying new opportunities for growth in both new and existing markets. You will support in the design and development of new products that meet changing customer needs and demands whilst targeting all sales efforts into boosting the occupancy and financial returns delivered

in each of the FSC’s locations. Your overall aim will be to expand the market for FSC thereby delivering financial growth.

Due to the nature of the role you will be required to travel to our various locations as well as other venues across the UK.  This may occasionally be abroad therefore involving some overnight stays.

To be successful in the key role you will have experience in a similar Business Development role and a good understanding of the specialist leisure, travel and hospitality industry within the UK. You will be able to demonstrate a successful track record of achieving sales growth in both B2C and B2B markets, driven by online transactions and have experience in the launch of new products into new and/or existing markets.

A positive attitude to new business generation and strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to the position. You will have an interest in and an understanding of the charity and commercial market.

We want to create a world where everyone feels connected to the environment, so that they can enjoy the benefits it gives and makes choices that help protect it – especially now when our planet is facing issues such as climate change and loss of biodiversity.

As an Investors in People charity, we realise that to achieve our vision we need diverse teams of staff who have a wide range of skills, a real passion for the work of the charity and a pride in their role within it. No matter what role you perform at the FSC, everyone can make a difference and every role is vital to delivering our mission and vision…if this inspires you, we would love to hear from you.

APPLICATIONS

Closing Date: 5^th Jan 2021

Interview Date: w/c11th or w/c 18^th Jan 2021