Business Development Manager - Apprenticeships / Bootcamps

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Apprenticeships / Bootcamps

Location: Home/Field based

Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 + Bonus

Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading Grade 2 Ofsted-rated Training Organisation with over 25 years of success in delivering high-quality apprenticeships and vocational training. Due to continued growth and ambitious expansion plans, we are seeking two experienced Business Development Managers to join their high-performing team.

x1: Business Development Manager for Apprenticeships

x1: Business Development Manager for Skills Bootcamps

Essential Criteria

• The successful Business Development Manager will have proven experience of developing new business with SME’s and Levy employers for Apprenticeship starts, or Commercial training.
• Strong CV that shows longevity as a BDM within the apprenticeship / skills arena
• Exceptional communication skills, with the desire and drive to succeed.
• Strong understanding of Apprenticeships funding criteria and Levy spending.
• Proven experience of generating own employer leads, negotiating / winning, and closing new business.
• Experience of working towards and achieving targets.
• Full, clean driving licence and use of a vehicle.
• Must be flexible with travel (as and when required)

The Role

• Proactively identify and engage with businesses, to promote our client's offering of Apprenticeship and Skills Bootcamps qualifications.
• Working in a consultative way, to create new business and develop existing business relationships.
• Working towards and achieving targets linked to growth and revenue.
• Attend meetings with decision makers to discuss their training and recruitment needs.
• Give advice and support to employers regarding the Apprenticeship Levy and future funding reforms.
• Undertake Organisational Needs Analysis and design / develop training plans to meet employer’s needs.
• Keep up to date with competitor’s strengths and weaknesses, evaluating the market and scoping out new opportunities.
• Report sales data and forecasts on a regular basis and meet month end sales deadlines.
• Cross sell other products, seizing all opportunities to offer clients a well-rounded service.

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