Apprenticeship Business Development Manager

Job Description:

Apprenticeship Business Development Manager

Location: East Midlands (Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, Mansfield)
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000

Are you motivated by achieving results and passionate about driving growth in the Apprenticeships and Skills sector? This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Business Development Manager to join a forward-thinking training provider expanding its footprint across the East Midlands. Empowering learners, supporting employers, and shaping the future workforce.

Company

This is a trusted and well-established education and skills organisation, dedicated to delivering high-quality apprenticeship and vocational training solutions. They pride themselves on working closely with employers to identify workforce needs, offering tailor-made training that truly adds value. With a collaborative culture, hybrid flexibility, and a strong focus on staff development, this organisation celebrates success and invests in its people. You’ll join a supportive environment where performance is recognised, progression is encouraged, and innovation is valued.

Job

As the Business Development Manager for the East Midlands, you’ll focus on growing employer partnerships and promoting apprenticeships across Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, and surrounding areas.

Key responsibilities include:

• Proactively identifying and securing new employer partnerships across multiple sectors.
• Promoting apprenticeship and training solutions that meet employer workforce needs.
• Conducting employers needs analysis to tailor bespoke solutions.
• Managing the end-to-end sales process from first contact to learner enrolment.
• Achieving and exceeding apprenticeship start and revenue targets.
• Building long-term relationships that ensure repeat business and referrals.

Ideal Candidate

To be successful, you will have:

• Proven experience in Apprenticeship Sales, Education Sales, or Employer Engagement.
• A strong record of achieving apprenticeship start or commercial sales targets.
• Excellent communication and consultative sales skills.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards, ESFA funding, and sector requirements.
• A proactive, self-motivated, and target-driven approach.
• The ability to build strong, lasting relationships with employers across the East Midlands.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally.

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If you’re ready to make a real impact in the world of skills and training, and want to join a dynamic organisation that values innovation and results — apply today!