Business Development Manager (Public Sector SaaS)

Remote based in Greater Manchester, with access to growing market share in North West

£50,000 - £60,000 Basic Salary | £90,000 - £100,000 OTE

Chapman Tate Associates are proud to be working with a leading SaaS technology provider who are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth across the UK public sector market.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing technology business delivering innovative cloud-based software solutions to government bodies, local authorities, housing associations, education providers, NHS organisations, and wider public sector institutions.

As a Business Development Manager, you will take ownership of new business generation, developing relationships with key decision-makers across central government, local government, healthcare, education, and other public sector organisations. You will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, from prospecting through to negotiation and close.

Experience selling via procurement frameworks, particularly G-Cloud, will be highly advantageous.

The Role

• Identify, develop, and win new business opportunities across the UK public sector market.
• Sell a market-leading SaaS platform to public sector organisations and government-funded bodies.
• Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders, procurement teams, and budget holders.
• Manage the full sales lifecycle from initial engagement through to contract signature.
• Navigate public sector procurement processes and framework agreements.
• Develop opportunities through G-Cloud and other public sector procurement frameworks.
• Attend client meetings, networking events, and industry conferences.
• Work closely with pre-sales, marketing, and customer success teams to maximise opportunities.
• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and consistently achieve revenue targets.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a Business Development Manager, Account Executive, New Business Sales, or similar role.
• Previous experience selling SaaS, software, or cloud solutions.
• Experience selling into the Public Sector is essential.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement processes and buying cycles.
• Experience selling through G-Cloud, Digital Marketplace, Crown Commercial Services (CCS), or other procurement frameworks is highly desirable.
• Track record of winning new business with organisations such as Local Authorities, NHS Trusts, Housing Associations, Central Government Departments, Blue Light Services, or Education institutions.
• Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and C-suite decision-makers.
• Self-motivated, driven, and comfortable working remotely.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

What's on Offer?

• £50,000 - £60,000 base salary.
• Uncapped OTE of £90,000 - £100,000.
• Fully remote working.
• Opportunity to join a growing and innovative software vendor.
• Established public sector client base and strong market reputation.
• Strong career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative company culture.

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If you are interested, please contact Alfie Roberts at Chapman Tate Associates via phone or email.