Marketing & Business Development Executive
1 month ago
£24000–£36000 yearly
Full-time
London
Marketing & Business Development Executive (Full-time / Part-time options available) ABOUT US IDEA Design Hub CIC (IDEA) is a UK-based social enterprise originally founded in Hong Kong in 2009. Since expanding to London in 2021, IDEA has continued its mission to inspire learning and innovation through design, empowering children and young people to think creatively, collaborate effectively, and shape a more empathetic world. OUR VISION At IDEA, we believe that Design Thinking, Creativity, and Empathy are essential tools for building a better future. Our name reflects our philosophy "Involve in Design, Empower with Action" as we nurture children’s ability to learn through making, exploring, and meaningful collaboration. We strive to make creative education accessible to all, helping young people discover confidence, imagination, and problem-solving through art, architecture, and design. OUR PROGRAMMES Since 2009, IDEA has delivered a wide range of creative, hands-on learning programmes across the UK, Hong Kong, Cambodia, India, and Nepal, engaging children from diverse backgrounds through innovative and inclusive design-based learning. Our programmes include: • After-school Clubs – Little Architect, Little Fashion Designer, Comic, Manga & Anime Drawing, Digital Art & Video Game Clubs, • Community Design Projects – Outdoor Learning Space Design, Age-friendly and Sensory Garden Design for SEND, • Holiday, Activities and Food (HAF) Programmes, • School Building Project, • Public Furniture Design & Build Events, • Creative Training Workshops OUR RECOGNITIONS & PARTNERS IDEA collaborates with a global network of schools, cultural institutions, and community partners to create meaningful learning experiences for children and young people. In 2015, IDEA was honoured by UN Volunteers as one of the Five Hundred Stories, recognising our impact in advancing the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) through volunteering and education. London • Department of Education, Borough of Bromley, • Shepherds Bush Library, Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham, • Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, • Partnerships with 25+ Primary Schools including:, • Hammersmith & Fulham: Greenside Primary School, Kenmont Primary School, St John XXIII Catholic Primary School, The Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School and Holy Cross RC Primary School, • Richmond upon Thames: St John the Baptist Junior School, • Kingston upon Thames: St Agatha’s Catholic Primary School, • Westminster: Gateway Academy, • Haringey: Eden Primary School Hong Kong • Ying Wa College, • Caritas Wong Tai Sin Centre, • Youth Outreach Hong Kong, • The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Cambodia • Cambodian Children’s Advocacy Foundation, • National Technical Training Institute India • Kalki Welfare Society, • Allam’s Creative Nepal • Future Village Nepal THE ROLE We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Marketing and Business Development Executive to join our expanding team in London. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, relationship-driven individual who thrives in a creative, purpose-led environment. You will lead efforts to grow IDEA’s reach and partnerships, connecting with schools, local authorities, and community organisations, while driving business development, outreach, and engagement initiatives that strengthen IDEA’s mission and impact. The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on relationship building, ideal for someone who is passionate about education, design, and social innovation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Identify and pursue new business and partnership opportunities across education, community, and creative sectors., • Build and nurture long-term relationships with schools, cultural institutions, and local authorities., • Develop tailored proposals and partnership models that align with client and community needs., • Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities., • Collaborate with the marketing and creative teams to design campaigns that promote IDEA’s programmes and social mission., • Represent IDEA at events, meetings, and presentations with confidence and professionalism., • Negotiate partnership agreements and manage the business development pipeline using Salesforce or equivalent CRM tools., • Provide insights and feedback to the management team to inform growth strategy and programme development. ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Proven experience in business development, partnerships, or sales, ideally within education, creative industries, or community organisations., • Excellent communication, presentation, and networking skills., • Strong organisational and time management abilities., • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver against targets., • Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems., • Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related discipline., • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a business development or client-facing role. DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES • Experience in art, design, or creative education., • Understanding of social enterprise models and community engagement approaches., • Knowledge of the London education and cultural landscape., • Enthusiasm for design thinking and innovation in learning. PERSONAL QUALITIES • Empathetic and perceptive, with a genuine passion for people and creative learning., • Professional, articulate, and engaging communicator., • Creative problem-solver who enjoys developing new ideas and partnerships., • Adaptable, resilient, and energised by challenges., • Collaborative team player with an entrepreneurial mindset. WHAT WE OFFER • A chance to join a purpose-driven organisation making a measurable social impact., • Opportunities to shape IDEA’s growth and partnerships strategy., • Supportive, creative, and collaborative working culture., • Flexible working arrangements., • Continuous professional development and creative freedom., • Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Experience: Business development: 2 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (preferred) Work Location: In person
