Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (Apprenticeships) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to join a growing training and education-focused organisation. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in B2B sales, employer engagement, apprenticeships, or commercial training solutions. You will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, building long-term client relationships, and supporting employers with tailored workforce development and training solutions. Key Responsibilities * Develop and manage strong relationships with new and existing employer clients * Generate new business opportunities through networking, lead generation, LinkedIn engagement, and cold calling * Promote and sell commercial and government-funded training programmes * Conduct training needs analysis and recommend tailored workforce development solutions * Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline from lead generation through to onboarding and account management * Support employers with apprenticeship levy utilisation, co-investment, and commercial training options * Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and excellent customer experience * Maintain accurate CRM records and produce sales and performance reports * Represent the organisation at networking events, careers fairs, and industry conferences * Achieve monthly sales and performance targets within a KPI-driven environment Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience in Business Development, B2B sales, or Employer Engagement * Background within training, apprenticeships, education, or workforce development sectors * Experience working in a target-driven sales environment * Strong relationship-building and account management skills * Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders, HR teams, and Learning & Development professionals * Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office * Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills * Comfortable with LinkedIn outreach and proactive business development activity * Good understanding of sales and marketing principles What’s on Offer * Competitive salary package * Full-time permanent position * Business mileage covered * Supportive and collaborative working environment * Opportunity to develop long-term client partnerships and grow within the business * Employee benefits package including annual leave, healthcare scheme, retail discounts, and additional recognition incentives If you are a motivated Business Development professional looking for your next challenge within a growing and rewarding sector, apply now with your updated CV. Recruited UK will make every effort to respond with feedback although this is not always possible. If you have not been contacted within 5 days then unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion but we may keep your details on file and contact you with future opportunities