UK SME Responsible Business Association (UKRBA)
Commercial Partner Opportunity
United Kingdom
This is a self-employed commercial opportunity, not an employed position.
Can You Create Commercial Opportunities?
The UK SME Responsible Business Association (UKRBA) is expanding its national Commercial Partner network.
Businesses throughout the UK are increasingly expected to demonstrate responsible business practices, independent verification and measurable social impact. UKRBA has developed a practical, affordable solution that enables SMEs to achieve exactly that through membership, verification, accreditation, reporting and ongoing support.
The platform has been built.
The services are established.
The operational infrastructure is in place.
The marketing, systems, reporting and member support are already delivered by UKRBA.
We are now looking for commercially minded professionals who can introduce businesses that would benefit from what we already provide.
If you know how to create commercial opportunities, we'd like to hear from you.
www.ukrba.org
Why This Opportunity Is Different
Unlike many commercial opportunities, you are not expected to develop a product, deliver a service, build software, manage fulfilment or provide technical expertise.
UKRBA has already invested in developing:
A professional membership platform
Independent verification and accreditation
Reporting systems
Marketing resources
Operational delivery
Member support
National branding
Ongoing product development
Your role is straightforward.
Identify opportunities.
Introduce businesses.
Help organisations access a solution that already exists.
We take care of the rest.
Build the Opportunity Around Your Strengths
Every Commercial Partner operates differently.
Some introduce opportunities through existing business relationships.
Some generate qualified leads and appointments.
Some focus on networking and strategic partnerships.
Some work closely with accountants, consultants and professional advisers.
Some generate enquiries through LinkedIn, digital marketing, email marketing, affiliate marketing or referral campaigns.
Some manage the complete sales process themselves.
Others simply introduce opportunities and allow UKRBA to complete the sale.
There is no single route to success.
Whether your strength is networking, business development, marketing, lead generation, strategic partnerships or direct sales, the opportunity is designed to complement your own commercial experience.
Your Role
Commercial Partners help grow the Association by creating commercial opportunities.
Activities may include:
Introducing businesses to UKRBA.
Generating qualified business opportunities.
Arranging appointments with prospective members.
Developing relationships with SME owners and senior decision makers.
Creating partnerships with accountants, consultants and professional advisers.
Working with marketing agencies and business communities.
Developing referral and affiliate relationships.
Building relationships through networking events.
Creating opportunities through digital marketing, social media and email marketing.
Managing the complete sales process if you choose.
Developing a growing portfolio of member businesses.
Who We're Looking For
This opportunity may particularly suit commercially minded professionals with experience in:
Business Development & Commercial
Commercial Directors, Business Development Directors, Business Development Managers, Business Development Executives, Commercial Managers, Sales Directors, Sales Managers, Regional Sales Managers, Area Sales Managers, Territory Sales Managers, Partnership Managers, Strategic Partnership Managers, Key Account Managers, National Account Managers, Client Relationship Managers and experienced B2B sales professionals.
Marketing, Growth & Lead Generation
Marketing Directors, Marketing Managers, Marketing Consultants, Digital Marketing Consultants, Growth Marketing Specialists, Performance Marketing Specialists, Demand Generation Specialists, Lead Generation Specialists, Appointment Setting Professionals, CRM Specialists, Email Marketing Specialists, Marketing Automation Specialists, LinkedIn Marketing Specialists, Social Media Marketing Professionals, Affiliate Marketing Specialists, Partnership Marketing Specialists, Digital Agencies, Marketing Agencies, Creative Agencies, Branding Agencies, PR Agencies and professionals who generate business enquiries for SME clients.
Professional Services
Business Consultants, Management Consultants, Growth Consultants, Strategy Consultants, Business Coaches, Fractional Directors, Non-Executive Directors, Chartered Accountants, Accountants, Bookkeepers, Tax Advisers, Recruitment Consultants, HR Consultants, Commercial Finance Brokers, Insurance Brokers and other trusted advisers working with SMEs.
Business Networks & Strategic Partnerships
Chamber of Commerce members, business membership organisations, networking organisations, trade associations, buying groups, franchise consultants, procurement specialists, business community leaders and professionals with established SME relationships.
Entrepreneurs
Business owners, founders, managing directors, self-employed professionals and commercially minded individuals looking to add a complementary revenue stream alongside their existing business activities.
Above all, we are looking for people who understand how to build relationships, identify opportunities and develop long-term commercial value.
Existing Business Activities Welcome
Many of our Commercial Partners already operate successful businesses.
Others work in senior commercial, consultancy, marketing or business development roles.
Many already advise SMEs or provide services to business owners.
This opportunity has been designed to complement what you already do.
Whether you are introducing opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, generating leads, managing sales or building referral networks, UKRBA provides an additional professional service that can sit naturally alongside your existing activities.
Training & Support
Previous experience in CSR, ESG or responsible business is not essential.
We provide comprehensive product training, professional marketing materials, ongoing commercial support and access to the systems needed to help you succeed.
You focus on creating opportunities.
We focus on delivering the solution.
Why the Model Works
UKRBA operates a subscription-based membership model rather than relying on one-off sales.
As your portfolio of member businesses grows, your recurring income has the potential to grow alongside it.
Unlike traditional commission models where each month begins at zero, UKRBA has been designed to reward long-term relationship building and sustainable membership growth.
Every new member business you introduce has the potential to contribute towards increasing your recurring monthly income, allowing your earnings to build over time rather than relying solely on continuously finding the next sale.
Full details of the Commercial Partner participation structure will be discussed during the interview process.
Why UKRBA?
UKRBA is building a nationwide community of businesses committed to higher standards of responsible business.
Commercial Partners work alongside Regional Directors, Area Directors and fellow Commercial Partners throughout the UK, helping businesses strengthen their reputation while creating long-term commercial value for themselves.
This is an opportunity to represent a professional national organisation, promote a solution that addresses a growing business need and develop meaningful commercial relationships across the SME community.
Interested?
If you're commercially minded and enjoy creating opportunities, developing relationships and helping businesses grow, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Whether your background is business development, sales, marketing, lead generation, consultancy, strategic partnerships, professional services or commercial management, and you're looking to represent a professional organisation with a compelling market proposition, we'd like to hear from you.
To Apply
Please send your CV together with a brief introduction outlining your background, your current commercial activities and why you believe you would be a successful UKRBA Commercial Partner.
Work Location: Remote
