Location: East Midlands (Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, Northampton, Nottingham)
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000
The Opportunity
Are you a strategic and commercially driven business development leader looking to make a significant impact within the apprenticeships sector? This is an exciting opportunity to lead regional growth, shape business development strategy, and build lasting employer partnerships across the Midlands.
Joining a respected training provider, you'll play a pivotal role in driving apprenticeship growth, leading a high-performing Business Development team, and contributing to the continued success of an organisation committed to delivering high-quality skills and workforce development solutions.
About the Organisation
Our client is a well-established and highly respected training provider with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality apprenticeship programmes and developing long-term employer partnerships.
With ambitious growth plans and a strong commitment to innovation, collaboration, and customer excellence, the organisation is continuing to expand its presence across the skills and apprenticeships sector. Employees benefit from a supportive, people-focused culture that encourages professional development, values new ideas, and provides genuine opportunities for career progression and leadership.
The Role
As Head of Business Development, you will lead the organisation's regional growth strategy, driving new business opportunities while developing and supporting a successful Business Development team.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and implementing a regional business development strategy to achieve sustainable growth.
* Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing Business Development team.
* Identifying and securing new apprenticeship opportunities with employers across multiple sectors.
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders and employer partners.
* Managing the full sales lifecycle, including bids, tenders, and contract negotiations.
* Working collaboratively with internal teams to ensure excellent client experience and successful programme delivery.
* Monitoring market trends, apprenticeship funding developments, and competitor activity to inform commercial strategy.
The Ideal Candidate
We're looking for an experienced Business Development leader with a successful track record within the apprenticeships and skills sector.
You'll have:
* Significant experience in a senior Business Development role within the apprenticeships sector.
* A proven track record of securing new business and developing long-term employer partnerships.
* Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing Business Development teams.
* Strong commercial awareness with excellent strategic planning skills.
* Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
* A proactive, results-driven approach with the ability to combine strategic leadership with a hands-on style.
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000.
* Opportunity to lead regional business growth across the Midlands.
* Genuine autonomy to shape business development strategy.
* Opportunity to build, lead, and develop a high-performing team.
* Career progression within a growing and ambitious organisation.
* Supportive, collaborative, and people-focused working culture.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced Head of Business Development, Business Development Manager, or senior commercial leader within the apprenticeships sector, this is an excellent opportunity to shape business growth and lead a successful team.
Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career and help drive the continued success of a leading apprenticeship training provider
Salary description
£50000.00 - £55000.00 per year