Job Title: Business Development Consultant – Science Apprenticeships Location: Home Based (with travel to clients and industry events as required) Salary: £28,000 - £38,000 Overview We are seeking a proactive, ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Executive – Science Apprenticeships to help grow employer engagement and new business across the science and technical sectors.
This role is focused on identifying new employer opportunities, generating leads, developing relationships and converting prospects into new science apprenticeship partnerships. We are particularly interested in candidates with either a science sales background or experience selling apprenticeships/training, ideally with exposure to science, laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, diagnostics, environmental or technical organisations.
The successful candidate will be confident communicating with businesses, comfortable with outbound sales activity and motivated by achieving targets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in business development within the rapidly growing science apprenticeship market. Key Responsibilities Lead Generation & New Business
- Research and identify prospective employers across science and technical sectors.
- Build targeted prospect lists across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, healthcare, diagnostics, environmental and research organisations.
- Generate new business through outbound calls, email, LinkedIn, networking, referrals and industry events.
- Proactively introduce science apprenticeships and their benefits to prospective employers.
- Qualify leads, identify workforce and skills requirements, and arrange relevant meetings.
- Maintain consistent follow-up activity and develop a strong employer pipeline.
- Achieve agreed KPIs for calls, meetings, qualified opportunities, employer sign-ups and apprenticeship starts. Employer Engagement
- Build strong professional relationships with science-sector employers and key decision-makers.
- Engage with HR, L&D, recruitment, laboratory, technical and operational stakeholders.
- Understand employer recruitment and skills challenges and identify suitable apprenticeship opportunities.
- Promote relevant science apprenticeship programmes and provide initial guidance on funding routes.
- Identify levy transf...
Business Development Consultant - Science Apprenticeships in Milton employer: National Skills Agency
As a Senior Relationship Manager in the Science & Manufacturing sector, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive remote work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our client offers competitive salaries, comprehensive training packages, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by expanding apprenticeship offerings in vital industries. Join a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and long-term relationships, ensuring you have the resources and support needed to excel in your role.
