Business Development Manager in Orpington

Overview

London South East Colleges is looking for an ambitious, motivated and target-driven Business Development Manager to join our growing Employer Engagement and Innovation team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving apprenticeship and commercial growth, forming strong employer partnerships, and promoting the college's training offer across South East London. You will generate new business, nurture employer relationships, and contribute directly to our mission of transforming lives through learning.

Please note there is no fixed closing date; the role will close when we have sufficient applicants.

Responsibilities

• Generating apprenticeship and commercial training leads through outreach, networking and employer engagement.
• Managing employer accounts, ensuring outstanding service and repeat business.
• Supporting employers with the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS), cohort creation and recruitment processes.
• Presenting tailored training solutions and promoting the benefits of apprenticeships.
• Working collaboratively with curriculum teams to match employer needs with LSEC's training provision.
• Maintaining accurate records using the CRM system and providing regular reports on activity and pipeline.

Qualifications / Experience

• Confident, persuasive and target-oriented.
• Skilled in building strong professional relationships.
• Experienced in sales, business development, account management or employer engagement.
• Knowledgeable (or eager to learn) about apprenticeships, funding and employer needs.
• Organised, proactive and resilient with excellent communication skills.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive £28,411 basic salary with strong commission potential (OTE £45,000).
• Opportunity to make a real impact supporting employers and learners.
• Work as part of an ambitious and supportive team.
• Access to LSEC staff benefits and development opportunities.

Benefits

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Annual season ticket loan.
• Access to the Discounts for Teachers portal.
• Free Wi‑Fi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide through Eduroam.
• Access to our on-site gym at Bromley campus and discount at other local gyms.
• Discounts in our in-house restaurants and on hair and beauty treatments.

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is fully committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact People Services at .

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we carry out social media checks on shortlisted candidates to assess suitability for working with children and young people.

Because we work with children and vulnerable adults, all roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, a Children's and/or Adult's Barred List check. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if these checks are unsatisfactory.

All appointments are also subject to verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with Home Office requirements. Original documentation will be required prior to commencement of employment.