Head of Sales - Apprenticeships

KM Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Head of Sales to drive business development in the apprenticeship sector. The role involves leading a team, managing employer engagement, and developing growth strategies for training programs. Strong experience in similar roles is essential, along with a proactive approach to achieving targets.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior sales roles within the apprenticeship sector.
• Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
• Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development and employer engagement strategy.
• Manage a business development team.
• Identify strategic relationships with key employers.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Strategy

Employer Engagement

Proactive Approach

Job description

KM Recruitment - Head of Sales – Apprenticeships

Location: Home/Field based

Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus

Type: Full Time, Permanent

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

We are 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 ability to secure new Levy and SME employer accounts for Apprenticeship delivery.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Role Overview:

• Identify and build strategic relationships with key Large Levy employers to promote our client's training programmes: Apprenticeships and Commercial provision.
• Manage a business development team, performance manage, and ensure active drive for Apprentice starts.
• Engage with employers to discuss training and recruitment needs for existing staff and new Apprentices.
• Provide advice and support to employers regarding the Apprenticeship Levy and funding reforms.
• Develop and deliver business growth proposals and 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 on policy and funding changes relevant to the sector.
• Regularly report sales data and forecasts to senior management.

Please note: KM Recruitment receives a high volume of applications. If you do not hear back within 4 days, your application was unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest and check our website for future opportunities.