Business Development

TR2 Recruitment Ltd; Orpington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth through employer engagement and training services. The role involves identifying business opportunities, managing relationships, and providing tailored advice on apprenticeships. Candidates should have experience in business development, strong negotiation skills, and a level 3 qualification in a relevant field. This is a full-time position with a salary of up to £45K OTE, located in Orpington, United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or B2B sales, ideally in education.
• Strong understanding of apprenticeship and training products.
• Ability to convert employer needs into partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and manage long-term employer relationships.
• Act as a point of contact for tailored apprenticeship advice.
• Conduct needs analysis for training solutions.
• Lead promotional activities including networking events.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams for work placements.
• Negotiate training contracts and pricing structures.
• Maintain records using CRM systems.
• Represent the organisation at events.

Skills

Business development

Employer engagement

B2B sales

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in a sales or business-related subject

Level 2 English and Maths

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Business Development Manager

Contract: Full Time, Temp to Permanent | Salary: up to £45K OTE | Hours: 37 per week | Client: FE College in the South East

Contract type - Temp to perm

Are you passionate about building strong employer relationships and driving growth through innovative training solutions? We're looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager to join our dynamic team, playing a key role in supporting employer engagement, apprenticeships, and commercial training services. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that is committed to transforming lives through education, skills, and training.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities with both levy and non-levy employers.
• Build and manage strong, long-term employer relationships to support ongoing training and development needs.
• Act as a single point of contact for employers, offering tailored advice on apprenticeship reforms, T-Levels, commercial training, and other relevant services.
• Conduct organisational needs analysis to match employer requirements with internal and external training solutions.
• Lead promotional activities including face-to-face visits, cold calling, networking events, social media outreach, and telesales.
• Collaborate with internal curriculum teams to facilitate work placements and employer engagement opportunities.
• Negotiate training contracts, service agreements, and pricing structures in line with college models.
• Maintain detailed records and reporting using CRM systems.
• Represent the organisation at events, conferences, and employer briefings.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a business development, employer engagement, or B2B sales role—preferably in the education or training sector.
• Strong understanding of apprenticeships, government-funded training, and commercial training products.
• Ability to identify employer needs and convert them into successful, long-term partnerships.
• Excellent communication, networking, and negotiation skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Proficient in using CRM systems to manage accounts and track activity.
• Willingness to travel to employer sites and attend events as needed.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification (preferably in a sales or business-related subject)
• Level 2 English and Maths
• Health and Safety training experience is desirable