Business Development Manager

Location: Great Barr

Business Development Manager
West Midlands Full-time Circa £40,000 + Car allowance and bonus (OTE £55k)
Think FE are working in partnership with a well-established, forward-thinking training provider in the West Midlands, known for its strong employer engagement and high-quality apprenticeship delivery. With an excellent reputation for supporting workforce development across the region, this organisation is continuing to expand its employer partnerships and commercial training footprint.
We are seeking an ambitious and relationship-driven Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving growth and strengthening employer engagement across the West Midlands.

The Role
This is a strategic and hands-on business development position focused on generating new employer partnerships, identifying growth opportunities, and promoting apprenticeship and training solutions.
You will be responsible for developing long-term relationships with businesses, understanding their workforce needs, and presenting tailored training solutions that add real value.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and securing new employer partnerships across the region
• Promoting apprenticeship and workforce development programmes
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Managing the full sales cycle from initial contact to agreement
• Working closely with curriculum and delivery teams to ensure employer needs are met
• Meeting and exceeding agreed recruitment and revenue targets
• Maintaining accurate records and pipeline reporting

This is a regional role based in the West Midlands, with flexibility for hybrid working and employer site visits.

What We re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or employer engagement
• Experience in education or training is a huge advantage
• A track record of meeting or exceeding targets
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience with in education, apprenticeships, or workforce development (desirable)
• The ability to identify commercial opportunities and convert them into long-term partnerships
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-driven approach

You will be confident engaging with senior stakeholders and passionate about creating opportunities that support both businesses and learners.

What s On Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum
• Car allowance of £5k and on target bonuses of a further £10k
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to shape regional growth strategy
• A values-driven organisation focused on quality and impact

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Development professional looking to join a growing and reputable training provider that values collaboration, innovation, and long-term partnerships.

Next steps
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The organisation will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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