Education Partnerships & Growth Manager

Nelson and Colne College Group; Accrington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension

Generous annual leave

Sick pay scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Staff recognition scheme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Nelson and Colne College Group in Accrington is seeking a Business Development Manager. You will build relationships with external agencies, community representatives, employers and stakeholders to identify opportunities for the College group, including Adult Learning and Apprenticeships, across a pan-Lancashire footprint.

The successful candidate will be based at Accrington & Rossendale College with potential travel to other sites.

Qualifications

• 4 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English, at Grade C/4 or above.
• Experience of working in a varied role, including administrative tasks.
• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proven Account Management experience, or other relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with external agencies, community representatives, employers and stakeholders to identify and secure opportunities for the whole College group including Adult Learning and Apprenticeships, in a pan-Lancashire footprint.
• Manage a portfolio of accounts with a strong focus on ethical growth, client satisfaction and maximising full College portfolio opportunities.
• Achieve engagement and enrolment targets.
• To be actively involved in the recruitment and selection processes for apprentice, including the vacancy matching and interviewing as required.

Skills

GCSEs including Maths & English

Administrative experience

Written communication

Account management experience

Job description

Nelson and Colne College Group in Accrington is seeking a Business Development Manager. You will build relationships with external agencies, community representatives, employers and stakeholders to identify opportunities for the College group, including Adult Learning and Apprenticeships, across a pan-Lancashire footprint.

The successful candidate will be based at Accrington & Rossendale College with potential travel to other sites.