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Business Development Manager

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: DE1, Derby, Derbyshire

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

Business Development Manager

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000
Location: Derby (East Midlands / West Midlands)
Contract: Full-time | Permanent

Looking to take full ownership of your pipeline and make a measurable impact in a growing apprenticeships market? This is your chance to step into a role where your ability to win business and build relationships directly fuels organisational success across the Midlands.

The Company

This organisation is a respected and established provider within the skills and apprenticeships sector, known for delivering high-quality programmes and building strong employer partnerships. Their focus is on driving workforce development and supporting businesses with tailored training solutions that create long-term value.

You’ll be joining a progressive and supportive environment that promotes autonomy, recognises performance, and encourages innovation. With a clear growth strategy, strong leadership, and a collaborative culture, the business offers genuine opportunities for career progression alongside a rewarding and results-driven setting.

The Role

As a Business Development Manager, you will take the lead in driving new business across the East and West Midlands, with a core focus on apprenticeships. This is a client-facing, revenue-generating role where you will identify opportunities, engage employers, and convert leads into lasting partnerships.

Key responsibilities include:

  * Proactively generating new business opportunities and expanding the employer network

  * Building, developing, and maintaining strong relationships with clients across multiple sectors

  * Promoting apprenticeship programmes and tailoring solutions to align with employer needs

  * Managing the full sales lifecycle from prospecting through to negotiation and contract closure

  * Collaborating with internal delivery teams to ensure a high-quality client journey

  * Staying informed on market trends, funding changes, and developments within the apprenticeships sector

This role is well-suited to someone who thrives in a target-driven environment and enjoys the autonomy to shape their own success.

Ideal Candidate

You will be an experienced Business Development professional with a strong background in apprenticeships and a consistent track record of winning new business.

You will have:

  * Proven experience in business development within the apprenticeships sector

  * A strong history of generating leads and converting them into successful partnerships

  * Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

  * A proactive, self-starting mindset with the ability to work independently

  * Strong commercial awareness and understanding of employer needs

  * The ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take on a role where your performance directly drives growth and success, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Apply today to be considered for this exciting Business Development Manager position across the Midlands

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