Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive Type: Full Time Permanent Salary: Competitive with generous uncapped commission. Location: Remote Imperial Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnering with a leading Independent Provider of Apprenticeships with a special focus on Health and Social Care in both adults and children, the company has an excellent reputation and delivers high-quality solutions. They are Matrix and IIP accredited and achieve exceptionally good outcomes in terms of Employer and Learner satisfaction. Offering a full range of Health and Social Care qualifications, as well as Management, Business Administration, and Customer Services qualifications. Our client is committed to delivering what it promises and working in partnership with its customers. Role Description The Business Development post will be involved in all aspects of the work of the Business Development team including, increasing the customer base, supporting current customers to ensure that they are aware of changes to funding and implementation of new national initiatives. Involvement in marketing, and network events and working alongside the administration and assessment team to ensure the delivery of an excellent service. Key responsibilities * To identify, engage and develop new apprenticeship business through a variety of business development approaches, including: calls, meetings, presentations, events and networking * Proactively undertake a variety of sales activity including, telesales, face to face and online activity in order to secure Adult Education Budget * Work towards agreed KPI’S as part of the Business Development sales pipeline to achieve annual revenue and apprenticeship lead targets * To develop and maintain current customer relationships ensuring employers are updated on learner progress, changes to funding, national initiatives and other services. * To work closely with the administration and assessment teams to ensure that a quality service is available and offered to customers which meets their identified needs. * To be a first point of call for existing and potential customer inquiries. * To be involved in the planning and delivery of exhibitions and network events across the region and to represent the company at external meetings as required. * To contribute towards content for marketing campaigns, social media and newsletters. * To collect feedback from customers to maintain and continuously improve the customer offer. * To source and support tenders for new income streams. * To be involved in preparation of and inclusion in any externally accredited quality inspections. * To undertake any other duties in line with your current role and responsibilities, which may occur or develop, to ensure the effective and efficient operation. Experience * New Business Development and Lead Generation skills * Effective communication skills * Account management and relationship-building skills * Experience in apprenticeships or training sector is highly desirable Benefits 25 days holiday + Bank holidays, gifted days at Christmas, hybrid/ flexible working, financial support towards eye tests and glasses, employee assistance programme, option to join Bupa, Costco Card, student NUS card, Blue Light Card, wellbeing champions plus many more amazing benefits. For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Kimi at Imperial Recruitment Group