Business Development Manager; Funded Training

Position: Business Development Manager (Funded Training)
About Tempus Training Tempus Training is a leading Independent, Ofsted Grade 1, Training Provider. We deliver high-quality, government-funded learning programmes across the UK, currently supporting thousands of learners each year to gain the skills they need to change their lives. As we continue to expand our reach, we are looking for a tenacious and strategic leader to drive our learner recruitment and employer partnership strategy from our Brighton hub.

The Role This is a pivotal management position responsible for the "Golden Thread" of our funded courses: securing the right learners, building the right partnerships, and ensuring successful employment outcomes. You will lead our Learner Bookings Team , ensuring they hit individual and team targets, while personally spearheading our engagement with Jobcentre Plus, the probation service and our wider referral network.

Key Responsibilities:

Learner Engagement:
Lead activities to promote our courses and achieve referrals from partner organisations and agencies. Employer Engagement:
Proactively source high-quality job vacancies from employers who can provide our learners with a guaranteed job interview. Relationship Management:
Build and maintain successful partnerships with referral partners including JCP, Probation Services, and local employment groups. Team Leadership:
Manage, mentor, and motivate the internal learner bookings team to achieve course enrollment targets. Outcome Tracking:
Oversee the collection of vital learner progression data, ensuring all interview and employment outcomes are recorded accurately and communicated to relevant stakeholders. About You You are a high-energy "closer" with a background in funded training, recruitment, or business development. You understand the complexities of government-funded contracts and have a proven track record of meeting ambitious KPIs. You will bring:
Exceptional Communication:
The ability to pitch our training solutions to employers and influence stakeholders at all levels. Strategic Sales Ability:
Proven experience in lead generation, closing deals, and managing key accounts. Leadership

Experience:

A natural ability to manage a team, drive performance, and "think on your feet" in a fast-paced environment. Digital Proficiency:
Strong IT skills (MS Office/CRM) to manage reporting and data-driven decision-making. A knowledge and understanding of Social Media Marketing would be beneficial. Why Join Tempus? Impact:
Join an organization that is genuinely "Creating Opportunities and Changing Lives". Growth:
Play a senior role in a company with an ambitious strategy to double the number of learners we support. Inclusion :
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to equal opportunities for all applicants.

How to Apply:

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