Business Development Manager role overview

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Full-time, Hybrid/remote dependent on location

Competitive Salary, with performance-based incentives

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager with a proven track record in strategic selling. This role is pivotal in driving our growth and expanding our apprenticeship offerings to new and existing partner employers. 

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sales: Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to identify and secure new apprenticeship opportunities.

Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including employers, industry partners, and educational institutions.

Revenue Growth: Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs through effective pipeline management and conversion of leads.

Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, business support and program delivery, to ensure seamless onboarding and employer/student satisfaction.

Reporting and Data Input: Provide regular reports on sales activities, pipeline status, and market insights to senior management. Maintain accurate and up to date client records. 

Skills, knowledge and personal attributes

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related field, preferably within the apprenticeship or education sector.

Strategic Selling: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic sales plans which lead to new business opportunities as well as existing client growth. 

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.

Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain key stakeholder relationships.

Travel: Willingness to travel as required to meet with partner-employers and attend industry events.

Additional requirements

• To comply with the requirements of our Employee Handbook and policy documents
• To promote the equality of opportunity within our organisation
• To demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students
• An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement of all roles at Damar
• Completion of all Damar compulsory (business-wide or team-specific) training.

How to apply

If you are passionate about driving growth and making a difference in the apprenticeship sector, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role to  katrina.shawcross@damartraining.com

Closing date: Friday 16 August 2024.