Are you a confident business development professional who enjoys building strong relationships and turning opportunities into successful outcomes?
We’re looking for a Business Development Partnership Consultant to join our Commercial Team and help grow employer-led income across apprenticeships, adult skills, commercial training and higher education. You’ll build and develop relationships with businesses across Swindon, Wiltshire and beyond, helping employers find the right training solutions for their needs.
What you’ll do
- Identify and develop new business opportunities with employers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Promote New College Swindon as a leading training provider for employers.
- Deliver presentations and pitches to secure new business.
- Manage client relationships and maximise repeat business opportunities.
- Carry out Training Needs Analysis to identify training and development opportunities.
- Work with College teams to raise awareness of apprenticeships and support effective employer and learner onboarding.
- Maintain accurate client records and activity on the College CRM.
- Attend networking, employer and College events to develop new opportunities.
- Work closely with Marketing, Curriculum, Adult and HE teams to provide a seamless service to customers.
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in business development, sales or a target-driven environment.
- A strong track record of sourcing prospects and achieving agreed targets.
- Excellent client management and relationship-building skills.
- Confident communication skills, with the ability to engage people at all levels.
- A proactive, motivated and tenacious approach, with a focus on achieving results.
- Excellent customer service skills and a commitment to delivering quality.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, or equivalent.
- Experience selling apprenticeships or educational products would be desirable.
- A Level 3 qualification in Sales, Marketing, Business or a relevant area would be desirable.
- An interest in and passion for education, training and professional development.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of our community.
Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received, so if you are interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK. Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete appropriate pre-employment and DBS checks.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Business Development Partnership Consultant in Swindon employer: New College
New College Swindon is an excellent employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. As part of the Student Recruitment and Customer Services team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on prospective students' lives while enjoying a flexible working environment in a vibrant educational setting. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on delivering exceptional learner experiences, New College Swindon stands out as a rewarding place to work.
