Business Development Manager

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Are you looking for an accomplished BDM – Apprenticeship Sales for your team in London ?

Business Development Manager in the Apprenticeships/Skills sector from South East London on the market now –  Looking for a permanent full time role  £40k+  Available asap for interview and start, drives and has access to transport. –  happy to consider Office based/Hybrid or remote

An extensive track record in business development and recruitment, this candidate has consistently demonstrated the ability to excel in high-pressure environments by devising and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance performance and client satisfaction. With exceptional skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, and negotiation, they consistently surpass targets, such as achieving an impressive 143 apprenticeship sign-ups with employers across London in just eight months.

Multilingual in English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, and Arabic (reading), they bring a broad cultural understanding to the role. Their experience spans managing multiple contracts, driving business development, and liaising with key stakeholders across various sectors. The candidate has a robust history in apprenticeship sales, learner recruitment, and managing diverse teams to meet stringent compliance and quality standards.

Moreover, the candidate has successfully navigated complex roles involving HR processes, budget management, and business development, demonstrating adaptability in various environments. With a Chartered Management Institution qualification at Level 3 and further professional development credentials, they are eager to embrace a new challenge that aligns with their goal of career progression in a demanding role.

Their dedication to staying current with in the Apprenticeships agenda and their willingness to undertake necessary training make them a valuable addition to any organisation seeking to enhance its business development capabilities.  They have a fantastic network of engaged employers that will make him valuable to his new employer from day one.

Business Development Manager

September 2023 – January 2025

Selling Apprenticeships and various standards including Health and Social Care level 3 and Leadership and Management Levels 3 and 4

Targetted to achieve 10 sign up’s per month with Levy employers

Achieving 25-30 apprenticeship sign-ups per month and bringing in between 10-20 new employers per month levy and non levy employers

In the 8 months I was working on Apprenticeship Sales, I achieved 143 sign-ups with Employers across London

Completed all paperwork – ensuring full compliance was adhered to and full eligibility checks done

Working on AEB contracts across GLA and ESFA

Prior to working on the Apprenticeships I was managing Multiply contract across Kent and Oxford

Referrals and engagement of employers on AEB

Driving referrals through our recruitment team

Bootcamps in Surrey areas. Promoting NHS roles with stakeholders and partners

Working closely with my team leaders to strategically manage team and contracts

Assisting with Business Development and contracts and finding opportunities across London and South East

Business Development Manager

April 2023 – September 2023

Responsible for learner recruitment across Greater London

Network of stakeholders and partners across all of London

Promoting SWAPs and PETs

AEB courses such as Warehousing, Digital media, customer service

Carrying out effective BD for employer relationships

Completing paper work for learners to meet all quality and compliance standards using PICS

Managing diary and liaising with Curriculum team.

Business Development Manager

December 2021 – March 2023

Selling NEETs and Traineeship contracts to employers – working with community centres/DWP

Managing a team of 11 staff including Team leader, admin and 5 tutors and 3 partnership managers

Ensuring office budget is met

Setting Monthly cohort planners

Performance managing staff

Developing current staff with monthly 121’s

Working closely with IQA and assessors to achieve learner outcomes

Exceeding monthly budgets set according to yearly profiles.

Supporting BD team with new contract opportunities and ideas.

My candidates career within recruitment/business development and sales within the apprenticeships/skills/Adult Education spans over 20 years.

To find out more about my candidate or to arrange a confidential chat please email [email protected] or call 0161 320 3793