Business Development Manager

Do you have experience developing partnerships and securing apprenticeship opportunities with construction clients? Business Development Manager Location: South East London / Kent (with travel) Office Orpington Salary: £28,411 per annum + commission (OTE £45,000) Hours: Full - Time Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent Our client is seeking an ambitious, motivated and target-driven Business Development Manager to join a growing Employer Engagement and Innovation team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in apprenticeship and commercial growth while building strong, long-term employer partnerships across South East London. What You’ll Be Doing * Develop and manage relationships with construction employers (SMEs and larger contractors) * Identify new business opportunities and convert leads into training partnerships * Promote apprenticeship and training programmes aligned to employer needs * Work closely with internal delivery teams to ensure a high-quality employer experience * Manage a pipeline of opportunities, tracking progress and conversion rates * Represent the organisation at industry events, networking groups, and employer forums * Contribute to sector growth strategies and employer engagement plans About You * Proven experience in business development, sales, or employer engagement * Strong knowledge of the construction sector (e.g. trades, contractors, supply chain) * Track record of meeting or exceeding targets * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills * Ability to identify employer needs and translate them into solutions * Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven Why Join Our Client • Competitive basic salary of £28,411 plus strong commission potential (OTE £45,000) • Opportunity to make a real difference to employers and learners • Supportive, ambitious team environment • Excellent staff benefits and development opportunities Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. About Morgan Jones: Morgan Jones Limited acts as an employment agency. By applying, you accept the Terms & Conditions as well as the Privacy, Cookie, and Data Retention Policy, which can be found on our website. Due to the high volume of applicants, if you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. To view other great opportunities, visit our website or follow Morgan Jones on your favourite social networks – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn