Business Development Manager - Education Sector

Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for the Education sector?

Do you have a proven track record of winning new business and building strong relationships with schools, academies and education providers?

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a developing Education Division?

We are delighted to announce an exciting career opportunity at KPI Recruiting for the position of Business Development Manager – Education.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, commercially driven and experienced Business Development professional to play a key role in the growth of our Education Division.

With a focus on developing new client relationships and growing our presence within the education sector, you will work closely with our Head of Supply / Education Director and Education recruitment team to support the development of our same-day cover offering and wider education recruitment services.

Initially focusing on the Manchester area, you will have the opportunity to build a strong client base, develop long-term relationships and play an important role in the continued growth of the division and KPI Recruiting as a whole.

KPI Recruiting is a rapidly growing recruitment agency that prides itself on delivering exceptional recruitment solutions to our clients. With a focus on quality, innovation and client satisfaction, we have become a trusted partner across a range of specialist recruitment sectors.

Our Education Division is an exciting and growing area of the business, and this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact as we continue to develop our presence within the sector.

What does the role involve?

• Generating new business opportunities within the Education sector.
• Building and managing a strong pipeline of prospective schools, academies, Multi-Academy Trusts and other education providers.
• Identifying and engaging with key decision-makers, including Headteachers, School Business Managers, HR teams and Trust leaders.
• Developing strong, long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with new and existing clients.
• Understanding the individual staffing challenges of education providers and delivering tailored recruitment solutions.
• Supporting the growth of KPI Recruiting’s same-day and short-term supply cover offering.
• Promoting our wider education recruitment services across temporary, long-term and permanent staffing requirements.
• Working closely with the Head of Supply and recruitment team to develop effective business development strategies.
• Attending client meetings and delivering professional and persuasive presentations.
• Negotiating terms of business and service agreements while maintaining a strong focus on both profitability and client satisfaction.
• Keeping up to date with developments, staffing challenges and recruitment trends within the education sector.
• Identifying new market opportunities and supporting the continued growth of KPI Recruiting’s Education Division.
• Working closely with internal recruitment and operational teams to ensure a professional and seamless handover of new business wins.
• Ensuring client expectations are understood and exceeded throughout the recruitment process.
• Meeting and exceeding agreed sales targets, KPIs and revenue objectives.
• Maintaining accurate records of sales activity and managing your pipeline effectively.
• Supporting education-focused marketing campaigns, networking activity and social media initiatives.
• Actively promoting KPI Recruiting and the Education Division through your personal network, industry events and client activity.

What we would like to see from you?

• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Proven experience in business development, sales or recruitment, ideally within the Education sector.
• A strong track record of winning new business and developing long-term client relationships.
• Experience working with schools, academies, Multi-Academy Trusts or other education providers would be highly advantageous.
• Previous experience within Education Recruitment would be beneficial but is not essential for the right commercially driven individual.
• Experience and understanding of temporary recruitment, supply staffing or same-day cover would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong sales and negotiation skills.
• A commercially focused and results-oriented mindset, with a drive to achieve and surpass targets.
• The ability to identify opportunities and develop effective business development strategies.
• Strong networking and presentation skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated and resilient approach.
• The ability to manage your own time, priorities and sales pipeline effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively with recruitment and operational teams.
• A positive attitude, high levels of energy and enthusiasm, and a good sense of humour!

Why work for KPI Recruiting?

• A key role within an exciting and growing Education Division.
• The opportunity to play a significant part in developing our presence within the Education sector.
• The autonomy to build your own client pipeline and develop new business opportunities.
• Clear routes for progression and future opportunities across the business.
• A friendly and welcoming team environment.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and one day off for your birthday!
• Pension scheme.
• Team outings and events.
• Refer a Friend scheme – opportunities to work with your friends and earn extra cash!

If you are a commercially driven and ambitious Business Development professional looking for the opportunity to build relationships, win new business and play a key role in the growth of an exciting Education Division, we would love to hear from you.

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