Business Development Consultant
Location: Orpington
Salary: £22-£23p/h (£25 umbrella)
Job Type: Full-time
We are seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to join our team, reporting directly to the Director of Employer Engagement and Innovation. This role is pivotal in driving business growth through effective engagement with both levy and non-levy organisations, focusing on apprenticeships, commercial services, T-level engagement, and other educational products.
Day-to-day of the role:
Identify and Secure Business: Actively seek and secure business from both new and existing employers, managing relationships to maximise future opportunities and exceed targets. This includes prospecting, lead generation, solution presentation, closing deals, and follow-up.
Account Management: Provide comprehensive account management services, ensuring regular communication to foster ongoing business and serve as a single point of contact.
Engagement with Curriculum Teams: Collaborate with curriculum teams to promote and encourage work placement opportunities.
Lead Consultant for Large Employers: Deliver timely information, briefings, and presentations on the benefits of partnering with our organisation.
Managing Small Employers: Manage small (non-levy) paying employers, ensuring end-to-end training on Digital Apprenticeship Service and recruitment needs are met.
Needs Analysis and Matching Services: Conduct organisational and training needs analyses onsite, matching employer needs with our products/services.
Support Marketing Activities: Assist in marketing activities for employer engagement, including event attendance and development of promotional materials.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Must possess a teaching qualification.
- Proven experience in business development, preferably within the education sector.
- Strong understanding of levy and non-levy sales activity, apprenticeships, and commercial services.
- Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work flexibly within a team environment and adapt to changing needs.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and maintaining high-quality data.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with potential to earn up to £45,000 OTE.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
To apply for this Business Development Manager position, please submit your CV