Sales Executive

LT Selection Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected training provider in the UK is seeking a Business Development professional to support employer growth through apprenticeships and other training programmes. You will create partnerships, conduct needs analysis, and secure new business. The ideal candidate has proven B2B sales experience and strong communication skills, with a focus on relationship-building and proposal writing. Generous compensation and a commitment to professional development are included.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, preferably in FE and apprenticeships.
• Successful record of developing new employer partnerships.
• Experience with CRM systems and online platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop new employer partnerships and deepen existing accounts.
• Source apprenticeship and commercial learners through sales activities.
• Conduct needs analysis and present tailored workforce solutions.
• Create proposals and bids for training solutions.
• Represent the organisation at meetings and industry events.

Skills

B2B consultative sales experience

Strong communication skills

Bid/proposal writing

Relationship management

Competence with Microsoft 365

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

This role offers the opportunity to join a respected and values-driven training provider, supporting employer growth through apprenticeships, funded skills programmes, and commercial training. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating and converting business across a specialist portfolio, including Engineering Apprenticeships, Lean Six Sigma, Leadership & Management, and wider workforce development solutions. You will drive quality employer engagement activity, build lasting partnerships, write compelling proposals, and secure new and repeat business to support growth across the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop new employer partnerships and deepen existing accounts across multiple sectors
• Source apprenticeship learners and commercial learners through consultative sales activity
• Conduct employer needs analysis and present tailored workforce development solutions
• Create persuasive proposals and bids for funded and commercial training solutions
• Represent the organisation at employer meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities
• Work collaboratively with internal delivery and quality teams to support seamless onboarding and compliance
• Maintain accurate CRM records (HubSpot) and report weekly on pipeline and activity
• Promote programmes across social channels and support marketing initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven B2B consultative sales experience, ideally within FE, apprenticeships, or commercial training
• Track record of winning new business and growing employer partnerships
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Bid/proposal writing experience
• Proactive, self-managed, confident, and relationship-focused
• Competent with Microsoft 365 and online meeting platforms
• CRM experience (HubSpot desirable)

Safeguarding & Compliance

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.