Business Development Manager

Salary: £40,000 + Uncapped Commission on all sales + On-Target Bonus (OTE Year 1: £50–55k)

Location: Norwich, Norfolk (Hybrid – 4 days in office)

Start date: ASAP

Holiday: 25 days + birthday off + bank holidays

Want to lead sales for a market-leading suite of graduate recruitment and marketing products, with uncapped earning potential and direct mentorship from the Managing Director?

Sanctuary Graduates – The Early Careers & Diversity Experts – is looking for an ambitious and driven Business Development Manager to spearhead our growth. You’ll join a thriving Norwich-based SME with an impressive client portfolio including KPMG, ghd, Deloitte, Baillie Gifford, and more.

We are leaders in connecting employers with the best graduate, intern, and apprentice talent. Our work is powered by strong university partnerships, a unique student network, and a passion for diversity – backed by our partnership with the Sutton Trust.

What You’ll Be Doing

·       You will work alongside our Marketing Manager, closing inbound leads and generating outbound sales for our suite of products, with both warm and cold leads.

·       Driving revenue by identifying, qualifying, pitching, and closing leads in your assigned verticals.

·       Owning your market – using case studies and success stories to unlock potential.

·       Leading and delivering pitches, including formal tenders.

·       Partnering with our operations team to grow and renew client accounts.

·       Staying on top of industry trends to enhance messaging and product positioning.

·       Spotting and acting on new growth opportunities.

·       Benefiting from 1:1 mentorship with our MD to accelerate your career.

What We’re Looking For

·       Proven sales record – at least 3 years in sales or recruitment sales, consistently hitting targets.

·       A relationship builder who listens, understands, and creates solutions that last.

·       Positive, proactive, and resilient – someone who inspires confidence in clients and colleagues.

·       A quick learner with the drive to master our specialist offering.

·       Entrepreneurial mindset with initiative and a passion for growth – for yourself and the business.

·       Comfortable with CRMs (Hubspot or Monday)

Why You’ll Love It Here

·       Uncapped commission on all sales you generate.

·       Fun and engaging team culture – socials, team days, weekends away, and monthly celebrations.

·       Beautiful workspace with a rooftop restaurant (staff discount included).

·       Flexible working – hybrid set-up with 4 days in the office.

·       Generous leave – 25 days plus your birthday off.

·       Paid pension scheme.

📩 Ready to own your success and make a real impact in the graduate recruitment industry? Apply now and join a team that’s passionate, ambitious, and shaping the future of early careers talent.