Business Development Manager

For more than 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.

Brief role description

The Business Development Manager will drive the acquisition of high-value, multi-year corporate partnerships that deliver meaningful shared value. The role focuses on developing and securing six- and seven-figure strategic partnerships aligned with organisational priorities and delivering clear, measurable impact. Working closely with teams across the organisation, the post holder will shape compelling partnership propositions and oversee the stewardship, renewals and smart uplifts of corporate relationships.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced business development professional with a strong track record of winning long-term corporate partnerships and securing multiple-figure sums to deliver income targets.

You will bring experience in prospect research and networking, with the ability to secure high-value partnerships and deliver income targets. You will have excellent communication skills, including presentation, negotiation and influencing, and experience using CRM systems to support your work.

You will demonstrate a highly self-motivated and entrepreneurial approach, comfortable working to ambitious targets. You will be dynamic, organised and solutions-focused, bringing a collaborative approach to your work. You will also be flexible and happy to attend events and meetings across the UK to secure funding partnerships.

Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our website.

Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached on the application website.

What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits on our website.

Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Monday, 25 May 2026.

Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team at Forces Employment Charity.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

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