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Job Title: Business Development Manager Apprenticeships Salary: Circa £35,000 basic + strong commission Location: Remote / field-based, with travel to employers and companies sites as required About Our Client Our client is a growing group of Ofsted Good independent training providers. The group supports learners, employers, public bodies and communities across England through apprenticeships, employability programmes, skills training, commercial courses, green skills, Skills Bootcamps and supported learning. The organisation combines regional expertise with national scale, working with employers and partners to help people build skills, progress into work and develop long-term careers. The Opportunity Our client is looking for a commercially strong Business Development Manager to drive apprenticeship growth across employers of all sizes. This role is focused on opening doors, building strategic employer relationships and positioning the organisation's apprenticeship offer as a practical workforce development solution for organisations looking to attract, retain and develop talent. The Business Development Manager role would suit an experienced apprenticeship sales professional who is comfortable engaging stakeholders, managing consultative sales cycles and building relationships across HR, L&D, Talent, Early Careers, Operations and senior leadership teams. Role Overview The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying, developing and winning new apprenticeship business from non-levy and levy-paying organisations. The focus will be on building meaningful employer partnerships, understanding workforce challenges and aligning our client's apprenticeship provision to business needs. Key Responsibilities Drive new apprenticeship business with employers across our client's target sectors and regions. Identify, approach and develop relationships with senior employer stakeholders including HR Directors, L&D leaders, Talent teams, Early Careers leads, Operations Directors and Finance/Procurement contacts. Position our client's apprenticeship offer as a strategic workforce development solution, not simply a training product. Build and manage a high-quality pipeline of employer opportunities, from prospecting and discovery through to proposal, negotiation and close. Lead consultative conversations around skills needs, workforce planning, levy utilisation, recruitment, retention and progression. Work closely with internal delivery, curriculum, marketing and operational teams to ensure employer proposals are realistic, compelling and deliverable. Represent our client professionally at employer meetings, networking events, sector events and conferences. Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, activity tracking and clear next-step discipline. Ideal Candidate Proven track record in apprenticeship business development. Strong understanding of the apprenticeship levy, funded training, employer engagement and workforce development. Confident engaging senior decision makers across HR, L&D, Talent, Early Careers, Operations and Finance. Commercially sharp, credible and able to translate training provision into clear business value. Strong new business focus with the ability to open doors, build trust and close opportunities. Strong CRM discipline, pipeline management and forecasting skills. Positive, resilient, professional and aligned to our client's values of ambition, kindness, reliability, authenticity and continuous learning. Knowledge / Experience That Would Be Advantageous Experience working for an independent training provider, college, university, apprenticeship provider or skills organisation. Existing relationships with levy-paying employers. Understanding of apprenticeship standards across areas such as business, digital, finance, leadership, HR, operations or professional services. Experience selling across multiple regions or into national employers. Knowledge of employability, Skills Bootcamps, commercial training or wider funded skills programmes. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Title: Business Development Manager Apprenticeships Salary: Circa £35,000 basic + strong commission Location: Remote / field-based, with travel to employers and companies sites as required About Our Client Our client is a growing group of Ofsted Good independent training providers. The group supports learners, employers, public bodies and communities across England through apprenticeships, employability programmes, skills training, commercial courses, green skills, Skills Bootcamps and supported learning. The organisation combines regional expertise with national scale, working with employers and partners to help people build skills, progress into work and develop long-term careers. The Opportunity Our client is looking for a commercially strong Business Development Manager to drive apprenticeship growth across employers of all sizes. This role is focused on opening doors, building strategic employer relationships and positioning the organisation's apprenticeship offer as a practical workforce development solution for organisations looking to attract, retain and develop talent. The Business Development Manager role would suit an experienced apprenticeship sales professional who is comfortable engaging stakeholders, managing consultative sales cycles and building relationships across HR, L&D, Talent, Early Careers, Operations and senior leadership teams. Role Overview The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying, developing and winning new apprenticeship business from non-levy and levy-paying organisations. The focus will be on building meaningful employer partnerships, understanding workforce challenges and aligning our client's apprenticeship provision to business needs. Key Responsibilities Drive new apprenticeship business with employers across our client's target sectors and regions. Identify, approach and develop relationships with senior employer stakeholders including HR Directors, L&D leaders, Talent teams, Early Careers leads, Operations Directors and Finance/Procurement contacts. Position our client's apprenticeship offer as a strategic workforce development solution, not simply a training product. Build and manage a high-quality pipeline of employer opportunities, from prospecting and discovery through to proposal, negotiation and close. Lead consultative conversations around skills needs, workforce planning, levy utilisation, recruitment, retention and progression. Work closely with internal delivery, curriculum, marketing and operational teams to ensure employer proposals are realistic, compelling and deliverable. Represent our client professionally at employer meetings, networking events, sector events and conferences. Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, activity tracking and clear next-step discipline. Ideal Candidate Proven track record in apprenticeship business development. Strong understanding of the apprenticeship levy, funded training, employer engagement and workforce development. Confident engaging senior decision makers across HR, L&D, Talent, Early Careers, Operations and Finance. Commercially sharp, credible and able to translate training provision into clear business value. Strong new business focus with the ability to open doors, build trust and close opportunities. Strong CRM discipline, pipeline management and forecasting skills. Positive, resilient, professional and aligned to our client's values of ambition, kindness, reliability, authenticity and continuous learning. Knowledge / Experience That Would Be Advantageous Experience working for an independent training provider, college, university, apprenticeship provider or skills organisation. Existing relationships with levy-paying employers. Understanding of apprenticeship standards across areas such as business, digital, finance, leadership, HR, operations or professional services. Experience selling across multiple regions or into national employers. Knowledge of employability, Skills Bootcamps, commercial training or wider funded skills programmes. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Business Development Manager Apprenticeships and Bootcamps Location: Manchester Salary: Competitive, with performance-related incentives At UA92, we re rewriting the rules of higher education. Through career-focused degrees, apprenticeships and skills bootcamps, we re preparing students for the world of work. We re growing and we need a results-driven Business Development Manager to take our apprenticeships and bootcamps provision to the next level. This is a high-impact sales role, where you ll combine relationship-building with a sharp commercial mindset to deliver growth, hit KPIs, and drive revenue. What You ll Do: Identify, engage and secure new employer partnerships for apprenticeships and bootcamps. Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals, hitting ambitious revenue targets. Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, ensuring repeat business and long-term partnerships. Develop and deliver compelling sales pitches, proposals, and presentations. Monitor and report on performance against KPIs, providing insights and forecasts. Work collaboratively with colleagues across UA92 to shape provision that meets employer and learner needs. What We re Looking For: Proven track record in a sales or business development role, ideally in education, training, or recruitment. Experience of working to and exceeding KPIs and revenue targets. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Highly organised, with the drive to manage multiple opportunities and deliver results. Commercially astute, proactive, and able to turn opportunities into outcomes. Why Join Us at UA92 Be part of an ambitious, fast-growing institution that s changing the face of education. Play a pivotal role in expanding apprenticeships and bootcamps that change lives and open doors. Work in a supportive, innovative environment where success is recognised and rewarded. Join a team that s brave, bold, inclusive and caring the UA92 values at our core. At UA92, we care about people, we re inclusive, and we re brave and bold, and we re looking for someone who shares our values and thrives in a target-driven, fast-paced environment. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at UA92 UA92 is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities, and we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process. Please note this role cannot offer sponsorship When you click apply you will be taken to our careers page to complete your application.