Development Manager (UK and Ireland)
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Location:
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Salary:$84,000 - $140,000 / YEAR
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Job type:FULL_TIME
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Posted:3 months ago
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Category:Information and Communication Technology
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Deadline:28/09/2025
JOB DESCRIPTION
Development Manager (UK & Ireland) – Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Circa £55,000 – £58,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours, Fixed Term Contract until 30 June 2026
Location: IB (International Baccalaureate®) Global Centre, Cardiff
Hybrid working opportunity
About the IB
If you”re looking to work for a global organisation with a meaningful mission, and with colleagues all over the world, then the International Baccalaureate® (IB) may have the ideal opportunity for you! The International Baccalaureate provides world-class educational services to over 5,800 schools across 162 countries. A career at IB is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to work with an innovative world leader in education services and contribute to our 50-year mission of creating a better and more peaceful world. Apply now to join our global organisation where we empower our employees to thrive and make a difference.
About the Job
The Business Development Office (BDO) steers the IB’s efforts to grow the IB brand in line with its mission. The IB seeks to increase access to education for students around the world, we need alignment in developing IB’s services for the future, including new and improved products and services, as well as digital transformation.
This role has overall responsibility for designing and executing a comprehensive strategy for promoting IB programs and expand the footprint of IB within the territory of UK & Ireland.
The Development Manager is expected to work closely with the Head of Development and to support Country Development & Recognition managers (on questions around UK Education), support the development standardised marketing toolkits and campaigns, simplify processes and facilitate the removal of growth barriers, and actively promote IB programmes, up to and including the point of Applications for Candidacy submission.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and deliver annual growth plan
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Work with Development and Marcomms teams to develop and deliver annual calendar of outreach activities.
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Work with Head of Development to build annual fixed cost budget.
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Serve as account manager/key contact for leads/schools/groups of schools, key recognition officials and IB associations within the prescribed territory.
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Support with the IB Authorisation process for interested schools/groups of schools to support the uptake of programmes and services.
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Represent IB in meetings with key governmental officials within the assigned and wider territory, and make strategic decisions regarding recognition with high level contacts.
Requirements and Qualifications
About You
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Bachelor’s Degree required
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Extensive experience leading targeted campaigns
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Relevant experience creating multiple strategic initiatives to increase performance & growth
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Demonstrated ability to identify and assess market segments/needs and develop strategies to enhance service and revenue
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Demonstrated skills as a collaborator as part of a team and also working independently.
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Being culturally aware and respectful, having a global perspective, and identifying opportunities for global working.
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Strong IT skills and the ability to work effectively with data.
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Strong presentation skills and the ability to negotiate and convince.
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Strong command of written and spoken English required.
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Knowledge and understanding of IB, its mission and programmes desirable, but not required.
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Experience with Salesforce or other CRM software desirable, but not required.
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Spanish and/or French proficiency desirable, but not required.
In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including:
- 10% employer pension contribution from first day of employment (minimum contribution required from yourself is 3%)
- 25 Days annual leave, plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
- Flexi Hours with our core hours as 10am-12pm and 2pm-3pm. You can flex your 37.5 hours per week around this
- Enhanced family friendly benefits
- Life assurance 4x annual salary
- Paid volunteering leave
- Flexible benefits allowance at 1.5% of your annual salary
- Excellent continuous professional development
- Health and wellness schemes
- Disability Confident Employer
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on a range of products, including days out and Gym Memberships
- Cash back opportunities available from a wide range of retailers
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site car parking
Applications are being received until 28 September 2025
We are committed to building a working environment that values respect, diversity, and compassion. The International Baccalaureate is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants.
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