Business Development Consultant

TEC Partnership; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Bank holidays

Sick pay

Life assurance

Death grant

Cycle to work

Health / dental plans

Job summary

TEC Partnership in Grimsby is seeking a Business Development Consultant to help employers find great people and develop lasting partnerships. You will manage a portfolio of employer accounts, identify opportunities, and promote training and workforce development solutions across Lincolnshire.

The role requires confident communication, pipeline management, and the ability to work closely with a wider team to deliver tailored programmes from SWAPs to bespoke commercial training.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, training or skills sector is beneficial.
• Ability to build relationships and understand employer needs.
• Strong organisational and self-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Build new employer relationships and grow existing accounts.
• Identify recruitment and skills needs for Lincolnshire businesses.
• Create tailored training and recruitment solutions with internal teams.
• Manage a pipeline of activities and meet targets.
• Collaborate with partners across TEC Partnership network.

Skills

Employer engagement

Sales

Business development

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Pipeline management

Time management

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Help employers find great people. Help people find their next opportunity., The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required. Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.

The successful candidate will have experience of employer engagement, sales or business development, with the confidence to develop new relationships and effectively manage existing employer accounts. They will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to understand an employer's needs, identify opportunities and build strong, trusted relationships. They will be customer-focused, proactive and confident in promoting training and workforce development solutions. Strong organisation and self-management skills are essential, including the ability to manage a pipeline of activity, prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work towards agreed targets. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, adaptable and commercially aware, with a good understanding of the local labour market and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team. Applicants should have a good standard of literacy and numeracy and a relevant Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience. Experience or knowledge of the education, training or skills sector would also be beneficial.

TEC Partnership is made up of four colleges, two training providers, a 14-16 provision and a nursery, stretching from Scarborough to Skegness with a Nottingham based campus also. At TEC Partnership we offer high-quality education, innovative training, and life-changing opportunities to thousands of learners each year. Our teams are passionate about making a real difference and now, we're looking for someone who shares that commitment to join us in the role of Business Development Consultant., It's an exciting time to join NET Training. We're growing our work across Lincolnshire, developing new programmes and building partnerships with employers of all sizes - from the NHS and major household names to local SMEs. Our offer is incredibly diverse, from Teaching Assistant and healthcare programmes to SIA, Construction, Warehousing, Customer Service, Business Administration and Employability. Whatever the sector, our aim is simple: training should lead somewhere. With a strong track record of helping learners progress into employment and hundreds of employer partnerships already established, we know the difference the right training and recruitment solution can make. As our Business Development Consultant, you'll build new employer relationships, grow existing accounts and understand the recruitment and skills challenges facing Lincolnshire businesses. You'll then work with our teams to create the right solution - from SWAPs and funded training to bespoke and commercial programmes. This is more than selling courses. It's about spotting opportunities, creating partnerships and connecting great employers with their future workforce. If you're commercially minded, great with people and want a role where you can see the impact you make, we'd love to hear from you.

In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as. Pension Membership 30 Days Annual Leave pro rata, plus bank holidays Christmas Closure Days Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statue)

• Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)
• Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant 24-hour Employee Helpline - Free and confidential Cycle to Work Saving Schemes Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan - monthly payments UNUM Dental Cash Plan - monthly payments Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc