Business Development Partner

Business Development Partner, 12-month FTC

Full-time | Remote (UK based, with some travel)

Salary £55K-£60K

Memcom is recruiting on behalf of one of our clients, the Circular Economy Institute (CEI), for an experienced Business Development Partner to drive growth across a newly launched suite of sustainability-focused products.

This is a senior, commercial role for someone who thrives on building partnerships, opening markets and turning purpose-led products into revenue. You’ll lead business development for CEI’s membership, accreditation, e-learning and business recognition offers - helping organisations transition to more sustainable, circular practices while growing CEI’s market presence.

The role

• Win new business and grow revenue across CEI’s product portfolio
• Build routes to market and strategic partnerships
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead to close
• Grow and nurture relationships with employers, public sector bodies and education providers
• Represent CEI at industry events and forums
• Track performance, report results and shape go-to-market strategy

About you

• 5+ years’ experience in business development, sales or partnerships
• Strong B2B sales and relationship-building skills
• Commercial, self-motivated and results-driven
• Confident working independently and influencing senior stakeholders
• Passion for sustainability or the circular economy (sector experience desirable, not essential)
• Happy to travel; full driving licence required

Why apply

• High-impact role supporting the transition to a circular economy
• Autonomy, ownership and strategic influence
• Opportunity to shape and scale new products
• Work with a respected, purpose-driven organisation

If you’re commercially sharp and motivated by sustainability, we’d love to hear from you!