Business Development Manager
30AI USED FOR30%moving to60%
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STARTING PAY£28,000 - £35,000
RELATIONAL MOATPeople want a real person for this. That preference is the protection.
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Not every change means going back to a classroom. Name the job you do now and see the careers whose day-to-day work already overlaps yours, with the shared tasks shown so you can judge the match yourself. Measured August 2026.
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8 moves your day-to-day already reaches
Each one shares real tasks with your job and sits in a better position against AI: less of the work already automated, or something structural protecting it that your job does not have. The shared tasks are quoted underneath, in both jobs' own words, so you can judge the match rather than trust a score.
Industrial Engineer
28AI USED FOR
5 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (28% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends.THIS JOB Conduct time and motion studies to identify inefficiencies in production processes.shared: conduct, identify
- YOUR JOB Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.THIS JOB Develop and maintain documentation for process workflows and standards.shared: develop, maintain
- YOUR JOB Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.THIS JOB Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders on project outcomes.shared: prepare, present
Sustainability Consultant
15AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 15 points less of this work than yours (15% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.THIS JOB Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and progress to clients and stakeholders.shared: prepare, present, client
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align business strategies.THIS JOB Develop tailored sustainability strategies that align with clients' business goals and regulatory requirements.shared: align, busines, strateg
- YOUR JOB Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.THIS JOB Develop tailored sustainability strategies that align with clients' business goals and regulatory requirements.shared: develop, client
Telecommunications Engineer
28AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 2 points less of this work than yours (28% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to refine strategies.THIS JOB Monitor network performance and analyze data to recommend improvements.shared: monitor, analyze, performance
- YOUR JOB Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends.THIS JOB Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.shared: emerg, trend
- YOUR JOB Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.THIS JOB Prepare technical documentation and reports for clients and stakeholders.shared: client, stakehold
Human Factors Specialist
5AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 25 points less of this work than yours (5% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends.THIS JOB Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights on human interactions with products and systems.shared: conduct, research
- YOUR JOB Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.THIS JOB Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.shared: prepare, present
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align business strategies.THIS JOB Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate human factors principles into product design and development.shared: collaborate, product
Heritage Conservation Officer
15AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 15 points less of this work than yours (15% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is A - easy; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.THIS JOB Develop and implement conservation management plans in collaboration with local authorities and stakeholders.shared: develop, stakehold
- YOUR JOB Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.THIS JOB Prepare detailed documentation and reports for funding applications and grant proposals to secure financial support for conservation projects.shared: prepare, proposal
- YOUR JOB Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to refine strategies.THIS JOB Monitor and report on the effectiveness of conservation efforts, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet preservation goals.shared: monitor, strateg
Heritage Consultant
15AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 15 points less of this work than yours (15% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is A - easy; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends.THIS JOB Conduct thorough research on historical sites, artifacts, and cultural practices.shared: conduct, research
- YOUR JOB Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.THIS JOB Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders, including local authorities and heritage organizations.shared: prepare, present
- YOUR JOB Attend industry events and networking functions to promote the company.THIS JOB Organize workshops and events to promote heritage appreciation and engagement.shared: event, promote
Education Consultant
17AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 13 points less of this work than yours (17% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is A - easy; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends.THIS JOB Conduct in-depth assessments of educational institutions to identify areas for improvement.shared: conduct, identify
- YOUR JOB Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to potential clients.THIS JOB Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for stakeholders to communicate findings and progress.shared: prepare, present
- YOUR JOB Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to refine strategies.THIS JOB Analyze data and research trends in education to inform recommendations and strategies.shared: analyze, strateg
Public Affairs Consultant
20AI USED FOR
3 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 10 points less of this work than yours (20% against your 30%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends.THIS JOB Conduct thorough research on public policy issues and legislative developments.shared: conduct, research
- YOUR JOB Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders.THIS JOB Develop and implement strategic communication plans tailored to client needs.shared: develop, client
- YOUR JOB Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to refine strategies.THIS JOB Monitor and analyze public affairs trends and political landscapes.shared: monitor, analyze
Matches come from both careers' own published task lists, not from a similarity score we ask you to trust. A move being listed does not mean an employer will agree: it means the work overlaps and the measurement is better. Retraining routes, if you decide you want one, are on the switch page.