Business Development Manager

The Opportunity Provider Ltd (TOP); Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Hybrid working

25 days holidays

Birthday day off

Healthcare plan

Dental plan

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

The Opportunity Provider Ltd (TOP) is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Adult Health and Social Care sector. The role combines new business generation from a fresh desk with nurturing key accounts across England, with hybrid working and travel 1-2 days per week.

You will own diary management, develop tailored training solutions, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver impact while meeting ambitious targets and expanding client partnerships.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development within apprenticeships or work-based learning.
• Proven track record of meeting targets and driving growth.
• Ability to build relationships with senior managers via face-to-face, email, and phone interactions.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of CRM systems.
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel across England for meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing business development strategies aligned with client and company goals.
• Applying strong care sector knowledge to identify market opportunities and build tailored training solutions.
• Working towards key targets.
• Managing a portfolio of key client accounts and extending their lifetime value.
• Identifying new business opportunities, market growth areas, and commercial partnerships.
• Building strong relationships with senior decision-makers and stakeholders across industries.
• Representing The Opportunity Provider at local and national events and conferences.
• Collaborating with internal teams (Delivery, Marketing, Curriculum, and Quality) to deliver bespoke training solutions.
• Assisting with negotiations and securing new partnerships.
• Maintaining accurate, GDPR-compliant CRM records.
• Your typical week will include working remotely from home, with occasional travel across England for client meetings, industry events, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

BD in Apprenticeships

Sell to senior managers

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

CRM knowledge

MS Office

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to Drive Business Growth and Unlock Potential?

Salary: £35,000 + bonus opportunities | Location: Hybrid (with travel across England 1-2 days per week )

Ready for a fresh challenge that builds on your sales expertise and passion for education? Join The Opportunity Provider, an award-winning training provider, as a Business Development Manager with a focus on the Adult Health and Social Care sector. Take ownership of a dynamic role split between generating new business from a fresh desk and nurturing a portfolio of key accounts, Enjoy the autonomy of managing your own diary while delivering real impact across England.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Developing and implementing business development strategies aligned with client and company goals.
• Applying strong care sector knowledge to identify market opportunities and build tailored training solutions.
• Working towards key targets .
• Managing a portfolio of key client accounts and extending their lifetime value.
• Identifying new business opportunities, market growth areas, and commercial partnerships. Building strong relationships with senior decision-makers and stakeholders across industries.
• Representing The Opportunity Provider at local and national events and conferences.
• Collaborating with internal teams (Delivery, Marketing, Curriculum, and Quality) to deliver bespoke training solutions.
• Assisting with negotiations and securing new partnerships.
• Maintaining accurate, GDPR-compliant CRM records.
• Your typical week will include working remotely from home, with occasional travel across England for client meetings, industry events, and stakeholder engagement.

What You'll Need to Bring:

• Experience in business development within apprenticeships or work-based learning ideally with experience in the care industry.
• A proven track record of meeting and exceeding targets and driving growth.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and sell to senior managers across face-to-face, email, and phone interactions.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and strategic thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of CRM systems.
• Outstanding organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• A willingness to travel across England for meetings and events.

Why Work With Us?

We invest in your growth so you can continue to inspire and support others. That’s why we provide access to qualifications and development opportunities to help you grow in your role, including an apprenticeship programme to become a trainer.

We also offer:

• A starting salary of £35,000 per annum, with a commission structure
• Hybrid, flexible working with the ability to manage your own diary..
• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays) and an extra day for your birthday.
• The option to buy or sell up to five additional days’ leave.
• Healthcare cash plan, dental plan, hospital treatment plan, employee assistance programmes, and 24/7 GP access.
• Enhanced sick pay and life insurance.
• Reimbursement for mileage and travel expenses

Why Join The Opportunity Provider?

At TOP, we believe in the transformative power of apprenticeships—not just for individuals, but for businesses and the hospitality industry as a whole. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and Living Wage employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you’d like to know more about the role, our approach to flexible working, or any adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please get in touch at [e-mail]

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, as we are dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.