Business Development Manager Apprenticeship Sales

Business Development Manager - Apprenticeship Sales

up to £35k basic plus bonus scheme - Uncapped

Hybrid / Yorkshire / ideally based close to Barnsley/Sheffield - two visits to HQ weekly.

Benefits 25days + all bank holidays, Birthday off, Christmas Shopping day, Healthcare, support, CPD

Accountable for creating and implementing a comprehensive referral strategy to drive Apprenticeship starts. Develop referral pathways with employers and key stakeholder organizations, working closely with them to promote the full spectrum of professional Apprenticeship services. Ensure a coordinated approach with operational teams and deliver management reports on the effectiveness of start generation initiatives. Courses include Leadership and Management, Housing and Property, Hair and Barbering, Early Years, Business & Professional up to Level 7.

• Develop and manage referral strategies to drive the success of Apprenticeship programs, ensuring start volumes meet KPIs.
• Collaborate with employers to create opportunities for progression and employment.
• Conduct Organizational Needs Analysis with employers to determine the most suitable programs and address their needs.
• Work closely with Curriculum and Operational Delivery teams to ensure opportunities are maximized for learners, leading to better outcomes.
• Lead stakeholder engagement efforts to support contract performance and business growth.
• Manage relationships with specialist partners or suppliers to enhance learner achievement and progression.
• Evaluate the success and progress of referral activities, tracking conversion rates, distance traveled, and other key outcomes.
• Maintain strong partnerships with Delivery Teams across contract areas to ensure seamless conversion from referral to start and achievement.

Do you have ?

• A detailed knowledge and understanding of Apprenticeship Programmes
• An understanding of ESFA Funding Rules
• Ability to present to multiple audiences
• Deliver high levels of customer service that leads to employer and learner engagement
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively liaise with a range of stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally
• Ability to profile and forecast activity of referrals and to meet and exceed targets
• Proven track record of working with people with complex barriers to engagement and progression

To apply for the role of Business Development Manager - Apprenticeship Sales Yorkshire/East Mids based - with our growing training provider please email your cv to

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