Business Development Officer
About the vacancy
Business Development Officer : Permanent Post
Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm & Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm
Annual Salary: TBC
Closing Date: 30th November 2025
Applications will be reviewed as received and you will be contacted to arrange an interview should your application be selected.
The Role:
L.E.A.D. IT Services was incorporated in 2010 and joined L.E.A.D. Academy Trust in September 2016. Over the years we have expanded significantly increasing both our team and the number of customers accessing our services. We specialise in supporting the education sector working with nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, colleges and specialist schools. As well as L.E.A.D. Academy Trusts 25 schools we also support many more trusts nationwide.
Our office is based in Pride Park, which is easily accessible via public transport. The open plan office is bright and airy and a fully equipped kitchen with break out areas. With many of the team being here from the start and lots who have joined along the way, this knowledgeable, friendly team really is great to be a part of.
We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Officer. This role will be responsible for shaping and delivering the company’s effectiveness and growth strategy within the education sector and expanding into the wider commercial market. L.E.A.D. IT Services has strong roots in the education sector - with managed IT support and consultancy tailored for schools and multi-academy trusts. This role offers the opportunity to build on that foundation and spearhead excellence and growth in both the education sector and new commercial markets. This role reports directly to the Director of IT and serves as part of the leadership team, contributing to overall company strategy, performance governance and growth initiatives.
Join us and you can expect an excellent benefits package including a generous holiday entitlement which increases with service, discounted schemes for shopping, entertainment and lifestyle and a pension scheme.
To apply please email a completed application form to: jobvacancies@leaditservices.co.uk
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
L.E.A.D. IT Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
