Business Development Manager

Roundabout Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization supporting young people in Sheffield is seeking a Business Development Manager to grow corporate partnerships and enhance support for homeless youth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development or sales, creativity in fundraising initiatives, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate stakeholders. This position is pivotal in ensuring the organization can continue its vital work of providing safe housing and support for vulnerable young people.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management.
• Ability to approach senior stakeholders with confidence.
• Natural ambassador with values-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of corporate partnerships to support homeless young people.
• Research and engage with businesses on Corporate Social Responsibility.
• Nurture and manage existing corporate supporter relationships.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales skills

Account management experience

Relationship-focused approach

Creativity

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a tangible impact locally and changing the lives of vulnerable young people? Roundabout is looking for a Business Development Manager to support homeless young people aged 16-25 in Sheffield.

About the role

This is not your average business development role. This is a blank canvas, a big opportunity, and a chance to be right at the heart of change for young people experiencing homelessness across South Yorkshire.

You’ll join Roundabout’s Fundraising team to lead the charge in growing our corporate partnerships—connecting with businesses, inspiring them to get involved, and showing them the power of their support. You’ll research, identify and approach key decision-makers, opening conversations around Corporate Social Responsibility and creating meaningful partnerships beyond a logo on a leaflet.

You’ll take ownership of our existing corporate supporters, nurturing long-term relationships, keeping them engaged with our work, and helping them see the real, human impact of their support on the lives of young people in our community. You’ll also build new relationships—motivating companies to fundraise with us, sponsor events, or become long-term partners in our mission.

What you’ll bring

Creativity is key. Whether it’s developing imaginative fundraising ideas, supporting businesses to run their own initiatives, or bringing fresh energy to events like Krazy Races in Sheffield, you’ll be encouraged to think big and try new things. With Roundabout heading into a landmark anniversary year in 2027, this is a hugely exciting moment to join the charity and help shape its future.

We’re looking for someone with experience in business development, sales, account management or a similar relationship-focused role—someone confident in approaching senior stakeholders and passionate about building meaningful, lasting partnerships. Most importantly, you’ll be a natural ambassador for Roundabout: enthusiastic, values-driven, and genuinely motivated by making a difference.

This role plays a vital part in growing Roundabout’s corporate income and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our work—so that more young people can have a safe place to live, support to rebuild their lives, and hope for the future.

If you love building relationships, have a head full of ideas, and want your work to genuinely matter—we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please download and complete an application form, ensuring that all areas of the Role Specification are addressed in your application.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 15 February 2026 at 3:00pm. Interviews will be held 26 February 2026. Roundabout Ltd is committed to actively valuing diversity and encouraging equal opportunities for all and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, particularly those currently underrepresented.

Roundabout is a Company Limited by Guarantee No: 3313253 and a Registered Charity No 1061313.