Business Development Consultant

National Skills Agency; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to drive apprenticeship recruitment through a consultative sales approach. This role involves building strong relationships with SMEs, creating engaging vacancy advertisements, and producing costed proposals to secure contracts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be passionate about supporting businesses and apprentices, and possess a natural ability to build trust. Join a vibrant team dedicated to making a difference in the apprenticeship landscape and enjoy a rewarding career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in recruitment sales or selling apprenticeships.
• Energetic and driven to exceed targets while maintaining quality.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through consultative sales from SME businesses.
• Build networks and awareness of the company's Apprenticeship Training offer.

Skills

Recruitment Sales Experience

Customer Service

Networking

Consultative Sales Approach

Relationship Building

Tools

CRM Database

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Generating a pipeline of new business through a consultative sales approach from a range of SME businesses.
2. Building strong networks and awareness of the company's Apprenticeship Training offer by attending and presenting at networking events and seminars.
3. Creating engaging and effective vacancy advertisements.
4. Producing costed quotations and proposals to secure apprenticeship contracts.
5. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry funding, eligibility, legislation, and regional grants.
6. Scheduling regular contact with current employers in person and by telephone to build relationships and increase apprenticeship vacancies.
7. Ensuring regular communication with internal stakeholders such as the delivery team.
8. Collaborating with Marketing to provide content for e-marketing and social media activities.
9. Recording all meetings and customer contacts using the CRM database.
10. Creating detailed job specifications and recruitment plans for the Resourcing Team.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have previous experience and a successful track record in recruitment sales or selling apprenticeships.

You should be:

• Energetic and driven to exceed targets while maintaining quality and high levels of customer service.
• Natural at building trusting relationships.
• Passionate about supporting businesses and helping apprentices succeed and progress.
• Professional, personable, and approachable.
• Possessing a can-do, positive attitude.
• Able to work as part of a busy team.

Additional Information

Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until you request its removal. Our Data Protection Policy is available upon request. Due to high application volumes, feedback to unsuccessful candidates may not be provided. Your details will be retained to inform you of other opportunities. The National Skills Agency Ltd acts as an Employment Agency for this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.