At Imperial, we believe science is only as powerful as the people it reaches. That’s why Imperial Lifelong Learning is on a mission to be the global destination for science-led, future-ready lifelong learning.

At Imperial Lifelong Learning, we bridge the gap between discovery and practice for learners at every stage of life. We translate science into capability by empowering individuals, businesses and communities with the skills needed to drive impact personally, locally, and globally.

Now, we’re looking for three visionary leaders to help us write the next chapter. Whether shaping strategic partnerships, designing future-focused learning experiences, or connecting learners worldwide through bold marketing, these roles sit at the heart of our mission: turning discovery into impact, and impact into opportunity.

Join us. Together, we can build the future of learning.

Director of Business Development

About the role

What if you could shape the global future of work? As Director of Business Development at Imperial Lifelong Learning, you’ll be the architect of partnerships that bridge cutting-edge science with real-world skills. This is your opportunity to build the strategies that empower people and industries to thrive in a technology-driven world.

What you would be doing

You’ll design and deliver a bold growth strategy that expands our executive education and lifelong learning portfolio. Working with leaders in industry, government, and academia, you’ll co-create programmes that respond to urgent skills needs. You’ll lead a high-performing team, nurture impactful partnerships, and make Imperial the destination for future-focused professional learning.

What we are looking for

• Proven success in executive education or professional learning business development.
• Commercial acumen and track record of driving year-on-year revenue growth.
• Strong ability to influence and build partnerships at senior levels.
• A collaborative, inspiring leader who thrives on innovation and impact.