National Skills Agency

ROLE PURPOSE Building client relations and developing new business to achieve the allocated monthly and annual sales target in line with the company s strategic goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Proactively target prospects and existing customers for new business cross-sell and up-sell opportunities. Position our clients services and solutions to prospects and customers using a consultative approach Manage customer accounts giving high levels of customer service Understand our clients value proposition, how it fits in the market place and communicate it to customers and prospects. Create professional emails with accurate information. Understand the key business objectives of customers and prospects and their future plans. Meet customers face to face strengthening relationships and increasing the size/ amount of sales opportunities Achieve acceptable sales Key Performance Indicators (KPI s) as specified by the Sales Manager. Achieve sales goals and targets set. Maintain and update accurate data fields and dialogue reports in the CRM database and other sales systems. Produce accurate quotes for customers. Demonstrate correct usage of pricing and discount models at all times. Accurately complete forms and documents to update other individuals and departments within the company. Take training and coaching, passing any given tests and apply knowledge effectively. Follow company policies, standards and requirements. Plan time to be as effective as possible and organise workload. ROLE REQUIREMENTS 3+ years successful experience in a similar role.(business to business) GCSE Grade C Math s and English MS Office Skills Must have a Driving Licence BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES CORE: Be able to take instruction and work with a degree of initiative and autonomy. Communicate effectively in all mediums. Be keen to engage in CPD activities Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications, we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Description Job Title: Business Development Manager Location: Remote Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 The purpose of the role is to lead and support new business development as our client continues on its growth strategy. It is important they continue to maintain their levels of support and engagement with existing partners and develop new customer relationships for their growing range of EPAs and qualifications. The role of Partnerships and Growth Manager will help focus those efforts and develop the form and level of support moving forward. Responsibilities Customer engagement across existing training providers, developing relationships, enhancing support and ensuring adoption of their range of EPAs, qualifications and services, increasing the amount of products their existing customers are delivering. Business development across new training providers and Centres, positioning the offer and securing growth by onboarding new customers and selling their products into them. Customer engagement with existing employers, positioning the offer, ensuring high levels of support and developing new business. Attend conferences, exhibitions and events, growing your network and increasing knowledge of the sector and key contacts. Develop strategies for targeting key new business, focusing on volume and geographic importance. For new Centres, handle initial enquiries, provide pre-application guidance and support up to the point of Centre approval application form submission. Liaise with Centres due for re-approval, working closely with EPA and Centre Managers. Business development across potential new employers, positioning the offer and helping to secure growth. Collaborating on the development of the support offer with all stakeholders with the aim of enhancing our clients reputation via development of systems/processes, on-line tools and media. Develop and maintain a calendar of events focused on engagement with and support of existing customers/stakeholders. Develop and implement new product roll out plans across stakeholder groups. Develop and maintain business development pipelines across Employers, Centres and Providers. Capture and communicate market intel to support product development and the positioning of their service offer. Support in the positioning and messaging of the product offer. Support in development and evidencing of new product development pipeline. Supporting their project its offer across the wider sector by engaging with employer groups and associations. Qualifications and Experience Significant Experience of a similar role in an Awarding Organisation. A proven track record of successful and sustained stakeholder engagement. A proven track record of successful sales and business development, including large key customers. Demonstratable record of service delivery and development. A proven networker able to project our clients service offer across differing stakeholder groups. Required Skills A strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, qualifications and assessment methods. Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex information and data. Highly motivated self-starter and network builder, highly focused and driven to achieve goals in line with business targets and deadlines. Adaptable able to adjust working style to suit the needs of different target audiences. Able to work in an evolving business environment and respond positively to change, contributing own ideas to achieve business aims. Able to work independently and effectively within a high degree of uncertainty. Be willing to undertake travel across the UK, which may involve occasional overnight stays. Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

THIS IS A REMOTE ROLE ACCEPTING APPLICANTS NATIONWIDE We are working with a mission-driven organisation that is transforming how soft skills are developed across the UK workforce. They deliver high-quality, practical soft skills training to individuals at all career stages, with a strong focus on the Further Education (FE) sector, training providers, and workforce development partners. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Business Development Manager to lead new business acquisition in the FE sector. This is a strategic hire and an exciting opportunity for someone who understands and enjoys the challenges of selling into FE colleges. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities within FE colleges across the UK. You will identify needs, present tailored training solutions, and drive adoption of the organisation s online careers and personal development courses. You ll be fully supported with industry-leading tools including LinkedIn Premium & Sales Navigator, Apollo (sales intelligence software), and HubSpot CRM. Key Responsibilities Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities using data-driven approaches. Secure meetings and build strong relationships with key stakeholders in the FE sector. Implement and execute effective sales strategies to meet company growth targets. Use a consultative sales approach to identify customer needs and propose relevant solutions. Forecast and track account performance accurately. Negotiate contracts and ensure profitability in pricing and terms. Report regularly to senior management on pipeline progress and key metrics. Maintain accurate CRM records and contribute market intelligence to inform campaigns. About You Proven success in business development or account management within the education sector, specifically FE. Comfortable working to and exceeding KPIs and sales targets. Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to influence stakeholders. Strong negotiation and pipeline management skills. Organised, self-motivated, and able to prioritise independently. Consultative, client-focused sales style with a drive for results. What s on Offer Competitive base salary (£40,000 £45,000) with realistic OTE of £50,000 £75,000. 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays). An additional day off for your birthday. Extra annual leave days for long service (up to 3 additional days). Annual salary review. Company pension scheme. Supportive and positive working culture. Comprehensive onboarding and continuous professional development. Healthy work/life balance and flexible working options. Paid mileage at 45p per mile. Laptop and phone provided. Opportunity to be a key player in a growing, purpose-led organisation.