Business Development Manager- Training And Apprenticeships Sector

Business Development Manager – Apprenticeships and Training Sector Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 OTE: £15,000 – £17,500

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing training organisation delivering high-quality apprenticeships, skills bootcamps and professional development programmes across the UK. With a strong focus on employer-led training and social impact, the organisation supports thousands of learners each year to build practical, future-ready skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Business Development professional with experience in apprenticeships or training to join a vibrant, high-performing sales team based in Leeds City Centre, where collaboration, support and success go hand in hand. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for generating new apprenticeship starts, building strong employer relationships, and achieving agreed activity and revenue targets. You’ll work closely with employers to understand their workforce needs and recommend training solutions that deliver genuine impact.

This is a consultative, new-business-focused sales role, combining proactive prospecting with account management and cross-selling across a broad portfolio of training solutions. You’ll be supported by an experienced leadership team, with clear structures, realistic expectations and highly achievable targets.

Key Responsibilities

Achieve agreed activity and billing targets within a supportive and structured sales environment

Generate apprenticeship starts through proactive outbound sales activity

Build and maintain strong employer relationships

Cross-sell apprenticeship and training solutions where appropriate

Ensure all eligibility, onboarding and compliance processes are followed

Maintain accurate, high-quality data within the CRM system

About You Essential experience and skills

A proven track record of exceeding sales and revenue targets

A natural new-business hunter with a strong appetite for prospecting

Experience within the apprenticeship or training sector is highly desirable, although related sectors will be considered

Confidence in telephone-based business development and relationship building

Experience working with both new and existing B2B clients

A strong customer-focused approach and genuine passion for sales

This role suits someone who enjoys being part of a positive, energetic sales culture, where effort is recognised and success is shared. What’s on Offer

Competitive base salary with strong earning potential and highly achievable OTE

Hybrid working model with time spent in a collaborative Leeds City Centre office

Opportunity to work within a purpose-led organisation making a real social impact

Supportive, values-driven culture with a focus on continuous improvement

Ongoing development, coaching and progression opportunities

This role is subject to standard pre-employment checks, including DBS, in line with safeguarding requirements. If you’re a Business Development professional looking to combine commercial success, achievable targets and a supportive team environment, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please call and ask for Simon Atkins