Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Location: Bristol (BS1 4HX)

Summary of the role:

This is a fast-paced, new business-focused Business Development Manager role where you’ll take ownership of your own pipeline, proactively open new doors and win new university partnerships. You’ll be selling Study International, our established global student recruitment platform, trusted by universities for over 15 years to increase international brand awareness, generate high-quality leads and recruit students globally. If you’re a driven sales professional who loves winning new business, wants uncapped earning potential and is looking for a role where you can develop quickly and progress, this could be the opportunity for you.

About Hybrid:

Hybrid is an award-winning global marketing agency specialising in higher education.

With six offices worldwide and more than 16 years of experience, we’ve launched

successful campaigns with universities and education brands across the globe.

Today, we’re a leading name in the sector, with a strong share of the university market

and over 40% year-on-year growth. As part of EAB; a worldwide leader in education

services, we’re continuing to build on that success, expanding our digital solutions and

capabilities to offer even more to the education sector.

What you'll do:

• Drive new business by proactively identifying, prospecting and engaging new university partners.
• Build and manage your own pipeline through outbound calls, email, LinkedIn and creative prospecting.
• Own the full sales cycle, from first conversation and discovery through to proposal, negotiation and close.
• Understand prospective clients’ recruitment goals and pitch tailored advertising and lead generation solutions across Study International.
• Build strong relationships with key decision-makers, overcoming objections and keeping opportunities moving.
• Own your number, maintaining consistent new business activity and delivering against ambitious revenue targets.

What we're looking for:

• 5+ years' experience in B2B new business development
• A proven track record of winning high-value sales.
• Excellent commercial, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, organised and results-driven.

Why join Hybrid's Sales Team?

• Uncapped commission with excellent earning potential
• Sell an established platform that we've sold for over 12 years with a strong
• reputation in the global higher education sector
• Clear career progression within a growing commercial team.
• Collaborative, high-performing culture with ongoing development opportunities

What’s in it for you:

• Central Bristol location
  • just off King Street and a 10-minute walk from Temple Meads
• £25 monthly wellbeing allowance
  • spend it on your physical or mental wellbeing
• Investing in your development
  • grow your career with a dedicated annual allowance of learning hours, regular training sessions and support from our in- house Director of Learning and Performance
• Supporting life beyond work - enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Health and wellbeing
  • access free support and advice via our Employee assistance Programme (EAP) and a subscription to the Calm app
• Festive time off - enjoy a company-wide break between Christmas and New Year
• Company events and socials – take time out as a team with regular away days plus Summer and Christmas parties
• Office perks – free weekly breakfast deliveries and fresh fruit
• Commuter-friendly facilities – secure bike storage and showers on-site

What makes Hybrid different:

We don’t just run campaigns; we create work that makes a difference.

It’s our people that make it possible. At Hybrid, you’ll work alongside smart, supportive

colleagues who value different perspectives, encourage new ideas and give you the

space to do your best work. You’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects

for leading education brands, while continuing to develop your skills and experience.

Hybrid Media is proud to be an equally-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity

and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome applications

from all qualified individuals and believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives,

stronger creativity, and better outcomes for our people and our clients.

If you’re excited about this role but feel you don’t meet every single requirement, please

apply, we’d love to hear from you!

What happens next:

Apply via LinkedIn Easy Apply. Every application is personally reviewed by our Talent

team, and we’ll be in touch once the shortlisting process is complete.