The Opportunity

Our client is looking for an ambitious, driven, and passionate Business Development Manager to join their growing training division.

If you’re a confident sales professional who thrives on building relationships, achieving results, and helping businesses develop their people through apprenticeships and training, this is your chance to make an impact in a forward-thinking, fast-growing organisation.

You’ll promote training programmes, vocational qualifications, and workforce development solutions within sectors such as social housing, construction, and professional services — supporting clients to upskill and strengthen their teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and develop new business opportunities across target sectors
• Promote apprenticeships, qualifications, and professional training programmes
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and presentation to closing deals and account management
• Conduct client meetings and site visits to assess needs and propose tailored solutions
• Build compelling proposals and deliver confident, consultative presentations
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless delivery and high client satisfaction
• Represent our client at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities
• Use data and insights to guide business development strategy and stay competitive

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in apprenticeship or training sales within a training provider or similar organisation
• A results-driven mindset with a strong record of meeting or exceeding targets
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, confident engaging at all levels
• A strong commercial understanding and ability to develop value-led client solutions
• Familiarity with CRM systems and digital tools to manage pipelines and client relationships
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

1. Are proactive, ambitious, and self-motivated
2. Excel in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
3. Bring energy, ownership, and a solutions-first approach
4. Deliver service with care and professionalism
5. Are growth-oriented and results-focused
6. Enjoy building lasting, trusted client relationships
7. Can demonstrate success in similar sales or business development roles

Why Join Our Client?

• Up to £47,000 salary + company car + annual commission
• The flexibility of a home-based role with regular travel
• A collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, people-focused business
• Genuine career development and long-term progression opportunities

If you’re a motivated sales professional looking for your next challenge and ready to help shape the future of apprenticeship and training delivery we’d love to hear from you.