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Business Development Manager – West Yorkshire
Location: West Yorkshire (Hybrid – Office & Field Based)
Salary: Negotiable Depending on Experience
Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
We're on the lookout for a Business Development Manager to join a thriving adult skills and employability organisation in West Yorkshire. If you’re passionate about creating meaningful opportunities for people, and you thrive on building strong employer relationships — this role is for you.
You’ll be responsible for identifying and securing new employer partnerships to help connect learners with real job opportunities across the region. You'll have full control of your diary, blending office work with field-based meetings – and no micromanagement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Proactively generate new business opportunities across Newcastle and surrounding areas
* Build lasting relationships with local employers to understand their hiring needs
* Promote training and employability programmes that align with workforce demands
* Develop and execute engagement strategies to meet learner placement targets
* Attend client meetings, events, and networking opportunities to drive visibility
* Collaborate closely with internal teams (training, delivery, and learner support)
* Maintain accurate records via CRM systems and report on progress
What We’re Looking For:
* Proven background in Sales or Recruitment (employer engagement a big plus!)
* Confident in making outbound sales calls and presenting to employers
* Strong local knowledge of the West Yorkshire business landscape
* Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
* Comfortable working independently while being part of a supportive wider team
What You’ll Get:
* Competitive, experience-based salary
* Flexible working with autonomy to manage your own diary
* Purpose-led work with measurable social impact
* Ongoing training and career development
* Supportive and inclusive team environment
Ready to make a real impact in your community while growing your career? Apply now
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