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# Senior Development Manager

- **Company:** London Construction Jobs
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Salesforce.Com, Data Analytics
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840603840-senior-development-manager

## About the Role

* A proven track record in commercial development, business development or partnerships within a creative, cultural or design-led organisation.
 * Strong network or demonstrable ability to build relationships across brands, agencies and cultural partners.
 * Experience using CRM systems (ideally Salesforce) to manage pipelines and reporting.
 * Excellent copywriting and presentation skills, including experience developing pitches and proposals.
 * Strong financial literacy - comfortable managing budgets, revenue and forecasts.
 * Data-driven approach with the ability to analyse performance and inform strategy.
 * Strong negotiation and client management skills with experience developing long-term partnerships.
 * Understanding of brand storytelling and how to build authentic, mutually beneficial collaborations.
 * Experience supporting or leading elements of a commercial or partnerships team.
 * Knowledge of the design, culture or creative industries (UK and/or international).
 * Experience working across both B2B and B2C environments.

## Description

* Develop and implement a cohesive commercial strategy aligned with I.D.E.A.'s mission and long-term growth objectives.
 * Lead and expand the partnerships and sales function, setting clear KPIs and performance goals.
 * Build and manage a strong pipeline of sponsorship, brand and institutional partners.
 * Develop compelling proposals, pitch decks and commercial materials.
 * Work closely with internal teams to integrate commercial partnerships into programming, communications and delivery.
 * Track and report on performance metrics, budgets and revenue forecasts.
 * Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring strong long-term relationships with partners.
 * Identify and develop new commercial opportunities in both the UK and internationally.
 * Represent I.D.E.A. and its projects at industry events and stakeholder meetings.


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