Apprenticeships Business Development Manager. Job in Coventry Education & Training Jobs

S Knights Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance apprenticeship programmes. The role involves driving growth, managing employer relationships, and achieving targets in the West Midlands. Ideal candidates will have a background in apprenticeship sales and employer engagement, with a passion for skills development and workforce growth. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus bonus

Flexible hybrid working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Mileage and expenses paid

Ongoing CPD and professional development

Clear progression routes

Dynamic team culture

Qualifications

• Proven success in meeting apprenticeship starts and revenue targets.
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship funding and delivery models.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the West Midlands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain employer partnerships across the West Midlands.
• Promote apprenticeship and work-based learning programmes.
• Deliver effective sales strategies to achieve targets.

Skills

Apprenticeship sales

Employer engagement

Stakeholder management

Sales strategies

Communication skills

Job description

Business Development Manager Apprenticeships

Location: West Midlands (Hybrid)
Salary: £40,000 £45,000 + Bonus
Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hybrid

Are you passionate about apprenticeships, work-based learning, and employer engagement? This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development of apprenticeship programmes across the West Midlands, helping businesses build skilled, confident teams while supporting learners into high-quality training opportunities.

About the Company

You will be joining an established, forward‑thinking training provider delivering high‑quality apprenticeships, work‑based learning, and skills programmes across the West Midlands. The organisation is committed to creating opportunities for learners and employers alike, with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary (£40,000 £45,000) plus bonus potential
• Hybrid working with flexibility across the West Midlands
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Mileage and expenses paid for regional travel
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support
• Clear progression routes and supportive management
• A collaborative, dynamic culture where success is recognised

About the Job

As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving apprenticeship growth and employer engagement across the West Midlands. You will identify new business opportunities, manage employer relationships, and ensure targets for apprenticeship starts and revenue are achieved.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining employer partnerships across the West Midlands
• Promoting the full range of apprenticeship and work‑based learning programmes
• Delivering effective sales strategies to achieve apprenticeship start and revenue targets
• Preparing tailored proposals, presentations, and contracts for prospective employers
• Attending employer meetings, networking events, and regional skills events
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and delivery of apprenticeships
• Providing market insight, supporting tender/bid development, and contributing to regional growth strategy

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience in apprenticeship sales, employer engagement, or work‑based learning business development, with a track record of meeting targets.

You will bring:

• Proven success in achieving apprenticeship starts, sales, or revenue targets
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship funding, delivery models, and work‑based learning programmes
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities
• Confidence working autonomously and managing regional priorities
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across the West Midlands
• Passion for skills development, apprenticeships, and workforce growth

Apply Now

If you are motivated to grow apprenticeship programmes and develop strong employer partnerships across the West Midlands, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a Business Development Manager Apprenticeships, helping learners and employers achieve their full potential through high‑quality work‑based learning and training opportunities.