XTEND Digital Commercial Manager

Be part of an innovative team where your passion for digital education and business growth will thrive. Apply now to join XTEND Digital and make a difference in shaping the future of digital learning!

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Job Details

Are you ready to drive business growth and spearhead innovative digital content initiatives? XTEND Digital is looking for a passionate and strategic Digital Commercial Manager to lead our commercial operations. In this dynamic role, you will combine business development, financial acumen, marketing expertise, and project leadership to propel our success in the education and business sectors.

Salary

Up to £54,761

Location

XTEND Digital Campus

Hours

37 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year

Contract Type

Permanent

Reference

SRXDCM

Closing Date

23/08/2024

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the overall strategic direction of XTEND Digital
  • Propose and implement new initiatives to drive growth and innovation
  • Identify and pursue new business and collaborative opportunities in education and corporate sectors
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients and partners
  • Oversee the lettings programme for XTEND Digital facilities
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain high standards of facility management
  • Lead the development and submission of high-quality grant applications and bids
  • Manage the grant lifecycle, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and reporting obligations
  • Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies to promote XTEND Digital's services and products
  • Manage XTEND Digital brand identity and ensure consistent messaging across all platforms
  • Ensure alignment between client needs, market demands, and XTEND Digital's capabilities
  • Any other tasks deemed essential and reasonable within the context of the role.

Job Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3 years in a commercial or business development role, preferably in the education or technology sector.
  • Proven success in business development and revenue growth.
  • Strong understanding of digital learning technologies and content creation.
  • Excellent project management, leadership, and financial management skills.

The right candidate will have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Education Technology, or a related field; MBA preferred.
  • Experience in grant writing and bid management.

Why choose us:

Our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be selected as finalists for the AoC Beacon awards for effective use of digital Technology in FE.  Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher educations, or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.

What we offer:

  • A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
  • Excellent pension provision
  • Annual Staff Awards
  • CPD days - opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching
  • Free onsite parking
  • Staff appreciation days
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Onsite Starbucks & Restaurant
  • Well-being days & activities 
  • Electric Vehicle Scheme*
  • Discounted gym membership.
  • Fully immersive teaching rooms allowing online teaching simultaneously at multiple locations.
  • Hybrid Working available.
  • Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance.
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