Head of Sales – Apprenticeships

KM Education Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

KM Recruitment seeks a Head of Sales for Apprenticeships to enhance business growth. The role involves managing a business development team, securing new employer accounts, and delivering strategic presentations. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in sales within the Apprenticeship sector and a track record of achieving targets.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as Head of Sales or similar role in the Apprenticeship sector.
• Proven track record in business growth and exceeding targets.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development and employer engagement for Apprenticeships.
• Manage a team and drive performance for Apprentice starts.
• Advise on Apprenticeship Levy and funding reforms.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Strategy

Relationship Management

Target Achievement

Job description

KM Recruitment is a specialist UK-wide recruiter for the Skills and Employability sectors.

Job Title: Head of Sales – Apprenticeships

Location: Home/Field based

Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus

Type: Full Time, Permanent

KM is pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a successful Training Organisation that delivers a wide range of Apprenticeship programmes. They are looking to appoint a Head of Sales to lead their business development and employer engagement strategy, driving performance and revenue growth.

Essential Criteria:

• Extensive experience as Head of Sales, Head of Business Development, or Sales Director within the Apprenticeship sector.
• A proactive, 'hands-on' approach to business growth with a proven track record of achieving or exceeding targets for Apprenticeship uptake.
• Proven experience in securing new Levy and SME employer accounts for Apprenticeship delivery.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and be flexible with travel.

Role Overview:

• Identify and develop strategic relationships with large Levy employers to promote training programmes, including Apprenticeships and Commercial provision.
• Manage a business development team, performance manage, and ensure active driving of Apprentice starts.
• Engage with employers to discuss training and recruitment needs for existing staff and new Apprentices.
• Advise employers on the Apprenticeship Levy and upcoming funding reforms.
• Develop and deliver business growth presentations at senior levels.
• Coordinate with internal teams to deliver solutions within set timeframes.
• Forecast and plan for industry changes and growth opportunities.
• Stay informed about policy and funding changes relevant to the sector.
• Report sales data and forecasts regularly to senior management.

Please note: KM Recruitment receives a high volume of applications. If you have not been contacted within 4 days, your application was not successful. Thank you for your interest, and please check our website for future opportunities.