Business Development Manager - Make a Lasting Impact in Education and Skills
📍 Hybrid - Milton Keynes | £35,000 to £38,000

Are you passionate about driving growth and opening new opportunities? Want to be part of a mission-led organisation changing lives through education? This is your chance to do exactly that - and get rewarded for it.

Why This Organisation?
Join an award-winning provider with a 20-year track record of empowering communities through high-quality training and education. Recognised for their commitment to social impact and learner success, they offer a dynamic and supportive environment where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything they do.
Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working model, ongoing professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in shaping the future of skills and apprenticeships.

The Role
As a Business Development Manager, you'll take the lead on identifying and cultivating strategic partnerships with both levy and non-levy paying employers. Your mission? To promote and position a diverse portfolio of apprenticeship programmes in key growth sectors.
You'll work hand-in-hand with the business development, marketing, and operations teams to grow market presence, identify new opportunities, and ensure exceptional service delivery throughout the learner and employer journey.

Key Responsibilities:

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Build and manage a high-performing pipeline of employer partners

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Contribute to planning and performance monitoring to support growth

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Research and engage with key sectors and employers to unlock new opportunities

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Collaborate with marketing to execute effective outreach campaigns

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Provide high-quality advice and guidance to both learners and employers

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Ensure suitable learners and organisations are matched to the right programmes

Who We're Looking For
You're an experienced business development professional with a background in education or apprenticeships. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are proactive in identifying new opportunities, and can build strong relationships with ease.

You'll bring:

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Proven experience in B2B business development and account management

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A strong grasp of apprenticeship programmes and how they benefit employers

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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

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A collaborative mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally

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First-rate organisational skills with a results-driven attitude

Ready to take the next step?
If you're ready to bring your passion for business growth to an organisation making a real social impact, apply now to speak with one of our specialist consultants. This is your opportunity to be part of something meaningful while advancing your career