Business Development Manager - Levy Specialist

Shape the Future of Workforce Development - Unlock the Power of the Apprenticeship Levy

Are you a results-driven Business Development Manager with a passion for transforming how organisations invest in their people? This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in helping employers maximise their Apprenticeship Levy - and boost your own career in the process.

A Company That Stands Out for All the Right Reasons

This national and international organisation is a leader in strategic apprenticeship consultancy, working across sectors to empower businesses to make the most of their Levy. With an innovative delivery model and a people-first approach, they stand out for their collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and genuine progression opportunities. In addition to a competitive base salary, you'll benefit from a quarterly bonus and a culture that rewards ambition, initiative, and results.

Levy Specialist - BDM

Location: London
Job Reference: SA4974

As a Levy Specialist - Business Development Manager, you'll be at the forefront of new business growth. Your role will be a blend of consultative selling and relationship management - identifying, engaging, and onboarding new employer partners while also developing existing client accounts.

What you'll be doing:

1. Identifying and securing new employer partnerships across industries
2. Promoting tailored apprenticeship solutions and workforce development strategies
3. Leading strategic sales plans to exceed revenue targets
4. Building strong relationships with HR Directors, L&D Managers, and C-suite stakeholders
5. Acting as a trusted advisor on the Apprenticeship Levy and funding pathways
6. Driving lead generation through cold calling, networking, and industry events
7. Collaborating with internal teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and delivery
8. Monitoring market trends and uncovering new growth opportunities

Ideal Candidate

You'll be an experienced business development professional with a proven track record in the apprenticeship or training sector. You understand the power of the Apprenticeship Levy and know how to communicate its value with clarity and impact.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

1. Proven experience in a business development or sales role (apprenticeship/training sector ideal)
2. A solid understanding of the Apprenticeship Levy and funding mechanisms
3. A history of exceeding sales targets and winning new business
4. Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
5. Confidence working with HR and senior-level decision makers
6. Self-motivation, commercial awareness, and a strategic mindset

Apply Now

If you're ready to join a forward-thinking organisation and play a key role in shaping workforce strategy through apprenticeships — we want to hear from you. Apply now and let's talk about your next big move.