Business Development Coordinator - Flexible, Growth-Focused Role

Hugh Baird College; Sefton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible Working

Medicash

Pension Scheme

Professional Development

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

Health and Wellbeing

Travel discounts

Retail Discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Hugh Baird College in Bootle is seeking a highly organised Business Development Coordinator to act as the vital link between employers, learners and delivery teams. You will manage inbound leads, coordinate enrolments, and ensure apprenticeship documentation is completed accurately.

The role requires knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules, the DAS, and regional employer grants, plus strong administration and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, sales, or employer engagement within FE or apprenticeships.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and compliance.
• Highly organised, proactive, and resilient.
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Respond to employer and learner enquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
• Coordinate enrolments, inductions, and eligibility checks.
• Maintain accurate records to support ESFA and audit requirements.
• Promote apprenticeship and skills programmes to new and existing employers.
• Support employer engagement events and marketing activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless learner onboarding.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Employer engagement

Job description

Hugh Baird College in Bootle is seeking a highly organised Business Development Coordinator to act as the vital link between employers, learners and delivery teams. You will manage inbound leads, coordinate enrolments, and ensure apprenticeship documentation is completed accurately.

The role requires knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules, the DAS, and regional employer grants, plus strong administration and communication skills.