Freelance Business Development Manager (Education)

Freelance Business Development Manager (Education Sector)Part-time | Remote | £15/hr + Commission

We believe every young person deserves the chance to build confidence, skills, and ambition for the future. Our programmes bring enterprise, employability, and real-world experiences into schools and colleges, helping students discover what they’re capable of.

We’re now looking for a freelance Business Development Manager to join us in growing this impact. This role is about more than sales, it’s about opening doors for young people by connecting schools with opportunities that change lives.

What You’ll Do

• Reach out to schools and colleges, introducing them to our workshops and membership programme.
• Build relationships that turn into long-term partnerships.
• Share our story with decision-makers and inspire them to get involved.
• Track activity using our CRM and keep us updated through weekly Asana check-ins.
• Work towards clear sales and outreach goals that directly grow our reach.

What Success Looks Like

• By 3 months: £2,000 in confirmed new sales.
• By 6 months: 5 new school contracts or £10,000 in new income.
• Consistently: 4+ school meetings each month booked and delivered.

Pay & Commission

• £15 per hour (freelance, 10 hours per week).
• Commission:
• 10% of new sales up to £3,000.
• 5% of new sales above £3,000.
• Commission is paid once income is received.

About You

• You know how schools work and what makes them tick.
• You’ve got experience in business development or sales (ideally education-related).
• You’re confident, motivated, and able to work independently.
• You enjoy building relationships, not just chasing numbers.
• You’re organised and comfortable using simple digital tools (CRM, Asana, LinkedIn, email).

Why Work With Us?

• Mission-led: Everything we do is about creating better opportunities for young people. If you want to be part of something with purpose, you’ll feel at home here.
• Flexibility: Work around your life. You choose when those 10 hours happen.
• Growth: We’re ambitious. As we expand nationally, there will be chances to grow with us.
• Impact: Every contract you bring in translates directly into more young people gaining life-changing experiences.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Freelance contract (self-employed, invoice monthly).
• Flexible, remote working with occasional in-person meetings.
• Weekly updates via Asana, monthly review with our CEO.
• 1-month notice period.