Business Development and Partnership Manager - UK Independent Schools Join a Global Leader in Educational Interior Design We''re seeking an exceptional Business Development and Partnership Manager to join our clients award-winning consultancy in Manchester''s vibrant Northern Quarter. The Role Lead strategic expansion into the UK independent schools sector - a market of approximately 2,600 institutions with distinct requirements and extraordinary potential. You''ll join our accomplished team of 40 specialists who have collectively specified more than 15 million items of FFandE worldwide. Key Responsibilities Strategic Partnership Development Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to build partnerships with independent schools, educational associations, and key stakeholders Create and manage financially beneficial partnership proposals that drive long-term growth Pursue opportunities for collaborative projects, service agreements, and co-branded initiatives Align partnership activities with company-wide objectives to maximise brand impact Business Growth and Revenue Generation Identify and engage potential partners within the independent school community Leverage partnerships to drive revenue through targeted promotion of our services Work collaboratively with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align partnership efforts with broader business strategies Market Intelligence and Industry Engagement Conduct detailed market research into independent school ..... full job details .....