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Business Development Consultant

Bath College

Bath

On-site

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

23 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to lead Employer Engagement and Business Development. In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining a pipeline of new business opportunities while promoting the College's training services to employers. You will engage with existing businesses to identify further training and consultancy opportunities, ensuring students benefit from valuable apprenticeships. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community and contribute to the growth of educational services. If you have a passion for business development and a knack for building relationships, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in business development and sales.
  • Strong communication and networking skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain a pipeline of new business and contacts.
  • Promote training services and courses to employers.
  • Develop proposals and bids to capture new business.

Skills

Business Development
Sales Skills
Networking
Communication Skills
Proposal Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

Job description

Employer Engagement and Business Development
  1. Build and maintain a pipeline of new business and contacts to promote the College's offer across all provision types, in line with the agreed business plan and targets.
  2. Promote the benefits of the College's training services and courses to employers, generating and converting leads via field sales, networking, cold calling, and other methods.
  3. Engage with existing businesses and employers to identify opportunities for further training, consultancy, and apprenticeship enrolment.
  4. Work with employers and the apprenticeship team to establish links and generate new opportunities for students.
  5. Identify and convert levy opportunities from existing and new employers.
  6. Attend employer meetings, visits, and presentations to secure business opportunities.
  7. Develop proposals, tenders, and bids to capture new business.
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