Business Development Executive

CST Training; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CST Training, a leading provider of professional development courses, is seeking a motivated Business Development Executive to drive sales of project and leadership management courses, including Prince2 and ILM. This fully remote role requires strong sales skills and experience in the education sector. Candidates should be adept in customer service and relationship building, with a proactive approach to market research and client engagement. Join us to empower individuals through professional training and development!

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Additional leave

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a Business Development Executive in education.
• Strong knowledge of Prince2, ILM, and CMI.
• Self-motivated and good at working independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of project and leadership management courses.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Conduct market research to identify training needs.

Skills

Sales

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Experience in project management training

Tools

CRM software

Job description

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Base pay range

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CST Training is an ambitious and rapidly growing private training company. We are a leading provider of professional development courses across a wide variety of industries, including Leadership and Management and Project Management qualifications such as Prince2, ILM and CMI. Our mission is to empower individuals and organisations with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in today's dynamic business environment. We value honesty and openness, promoting a workplace that encourages teamwork and collaboration. Interested in being a part of our team? We look forward to hearing from you!

Travel to our offices in Dartford may be required once or twice a month.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Executive to join our team, you will be dealing with inbound enquiries. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from your home based within the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales, with specific knowledge and experience in project management and leadership and management products and courses such as Prince2, ILM and CMI with the willingness to learn and expand their product knowledge as new qualifications are added to CST Training’s portfolio.

Candidates should possess a high level of patience and understanding, recognising that every customer is important, regardless of the complexities they might bring. As we often interact with a diverse clientele, we seek individuals who are adapt at dealing with difficult situations with grace and professionalism. The ability to empathetically navigate language barriers and cultural differences, whilst maintaining a positive and solution-oriented attitude, is a must. We value and respect all our customers, and it's crucial that our team can effectively communicate and provide exceptional service to all, irrespective of their backgrounds or communication challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive sales of project and leadership management courses, including Prince2, ILM and CMI.
• Drive sales of construction courses such as NVQs and CITB courses.
• Conduct market research to identify potential clients and understand their training needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and support.
• Present and demonstrate our courses to prospective clients, highlighting the benefits and value of our training programs.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional materials and campaigns.
• Track and report on sales performance, providing regular updates to management.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in project management methodologies.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Business Development Executive or similar role, in the education or professional development industry (3 years essential)
• Strong knowledge of project management courses and certifications, specifically Prince2 and knowledge of ILM and CMI is essential.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales tools, working knowledge of HubSpot is desirable.
• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Additional Leave

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about sales and have a deep understanding of project management training, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  E-Learning Providers and Education

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