Sustainability Manager

Sustainability / Business Development Partner, 12-month+ FTC

Full-time | Remote (UK based, with some travel)

Memcom is recruiting on behalf of one of our clients, the Circular Economy Institute (CEI), for an experienced Business Development Partner to drive growth across a newly launched suite of sustainability-focused products.

This is a senior, commercial role for someone who thrives on building partnerships, opening markets and turning purpose-led products into revenue. You’ll lead business development for CEI’s membership, accreditation, e-learning and business recognition offers - helping organisations transition to more sustainable, circular practices while growing CEI’s market presence.

• Win new business and grow revenue across CEI’s product portfolio
• Build routes to market and strategic partnerships
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead to close
• Grow and nurture relationships with employers, public sector bodies and education providers
• Represent CEI at industry events and forums
• Track performance, report results and shape go-to-market strategy

• 5+ years’ experience in business development, sales or partnerships
• Strong B2B sales and relationship-building skills
• Commercial, self-motivated and results-driven
• Confident working independently and influencing senior stakeholders
• Passion for sustainability or the circular economy (sector experience desirable, not essential)
• Happy to travel; full driving licence required

• High-impact role supporting the transition to a circular economy
• Autonomy, ownership and strategic influence
• Opportunity to shape and scale new products
• Work with a respected, purpose-driven organisation

If you’re commercially sharp and motivated by sustainability, we’d love to hear from you!