Strategic Partnerships Manager – Public Sector

At MetaGedu Apprenticeships, we do things differently, delivering a tailored solution that allows you to meet the challenges of recruiting, upskilling, and developing the right talent for your business needs. About the Role: This is a rare opportunity to build something significant. You won't simply be responding to opportunities or managing existing relationships; you'll be helping to shape the conversations, partnerships and strategic positioning that determine where future opportunities emerge. As the face of MetaGedu across the public sector, you will develop high-value relationships with local authorities, combined authorities, government departments, NHS organisations, universities, colleges and other strategic stakeholders. You will identify opportunities long before they become formal procurements, building the intelligence, partnerships and credibility that position MetaGedu as a trusted and innovative partner. Please Note: This role is remote with field based activities. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain strategic relationships with public sector organisations and key stakeholders across the UK, positioning MetaGedu as a trusted partner in education, skills and workforce development. Engage with commissioners, procurement leads, local authorities, combined authorities, NHS organisations, government agencies and economic development teams to identify opportunities, influence commissioning activity and build a sustainable pipeline of future business. Lead stakeholder engagement and represent MetaGedu at regional and national events, promoting our learner-first approach, subject matter expertise and innovative education and workforce development solutions. Identify and monitor procurement opportunities, funding streams, frameworks and market developments, supporting pre-procurement engagement, partnership discussions and market consultations to maximise future contract success. Develop account plans and stakeholder maps, building strategic partnerships that strengthen MetaGedu's market position and support organisational growth. Gather and share market intelligence, policy updates and customer insights to inform business strategy and support bid development. Collaborate with Business Development, Bid and Operational teams to translate customer insights into compelling, customer-focused proposals, contributing to win strategies, stakeholder engagement, presentations and procurement activities to maximise contract success. Essential Skills