Job Description

Business Development Manager

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Location: United Kingdom, Remote Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a commercially driven Business Development professional with experience in the apprenticeship market? This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing organisation and play a key role in expanding partnerships, driving revenue, and shaping the future of skills delivery.

About the Company

This organisation is a well-established and respected player in the apprenticeship and training space, known for innovation, quality delivery, and strong employer partnerships. With ambitious growth plans and a collaborative culture, they offer a supportive environment where your success is recognised and rewarded.

You’ll benefit from:

• A competitive salary with strong earning potential

• Fully remote working and flexible autonomy

• Clear progression opportunities in a growing business

• A collaborative, supportive team culture focused on impact and quality

About the Job

As a Business Development Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving new business opportunities and building strategic partnerships across the apprenticeship and skills market.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and securing new employer and partner relationships

• Promoting apprenticeship and assessment services to new and existing clients

• Managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation

• Building long-term relationships with key stakeholders and employers

• Working closely with internal delivery and compliance teams to ensure high-quality outcomes

• Achieving and exceeding revenue and growth targets

Ideal Candidate

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience working for an End-Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) or Awarding Organisation (AO)

• A successful track record in business development, sales, or partnerships within the education, training, or apprenticeship sector

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

• The ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage your own pipeline

Apply Now

If you’re a driven Business Development professional with experience in the apprenticeship sector and want to join a growing, forward-thinking organization, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.