• The successful Business Development Manager will already have proven experience of developing new business for apprenticeship starts (existing workforce and apprentice placement opportunities).
• Strong cv that shows longevity as a BDM within the Apprenticeship sector 
• Industry knowledge, understanding of Apprenticeship funding criteria and ability to give advice on Levy spending.
• Proven experience of generating own employer leads, negotiating / winning and closing new business.
• Strong account management experience.
• Full, clean driving licence and use of a vehicle.

The Role:

• Generate own leads and engage with employers via various pathways for the generation of new Apprenticeship starts.
• Develop and maintain employer relationships (existing and new clients) and maximise all opportunities for uptake of Apprenticeship starts.
• Attend meetings with decision makers to discuss their training and recruitment needs for existing staff and new Apprentice recruitment.
• Give advice and support to employers regarding the Apprenticeship Levy and future funding reforms.
• Undertake Organisational Needs Analysis and design / develop training plans to meet employer’s needs.
• Keep up to date with competitor’s strengths and weaknesses, evaluating the market and scoping out new opportunities.
• Ensure employer environments comply with Health and Safety requirements.
• Report sales data and forecasts on a regular basis and meet month end sales deadlines.
• Cross sell other products, seizing all opportunities to offer clients a well-rounded service.

Personal Skills

• Excellent communication skills – presentation, written and verbal.
• Exceptional sales, marketing and networking skills.
• Time management and organisational skills.

Please note:

KM Recruitment receive a high number of applications for each role advertised and although we would like to, we are not always able to deliver feedback to unsuccessful candidates. If you have not been contacted within 4 days, then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest and keep an eye on our website for future opportunities.