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Apprenticeships Business Development Consultant Permanent Harrow ASAP start!
Location: Harrow, with travel to Uxbridge and Richmond
Salary: £34,052 to £38,035 per annum, plus P.R.P based on the achievement of targets
Post Type: Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday 20 October 2024
HRUC (Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges) is a merged College Group, based in West London.We have five campuses at Harrow on the Hill, Harrow Weald, Hayes, Uxbridge and Richmond upon Thames.
We are looking for a driven and passionate Business Development Consultant with a strong background in Apprenticeships to sell learner training solutions to levy paying Employers on a nationwide basis.You will play a key role in driving revenue growth for our apprenticeships division, by expanding our employer base across the UK.
We are seeking someone who:
Has a proven track record of a consultative approach in sales within the education sector, focusing on apprenticeships
Has a genuine interest in helping others succeed through education and training
Is a dynamic collaborator and a solution orientated salesperson
You will need to possess a driving licence and the use of your own personal transport as this post will involve travelling across the UK.This role can involve some hybrid/remote working, to be discussed and agreed on appointment
Qualifications
Good standard of education (GCSE level or equivalent including Maths and English)
Qualified to Level 3 (A level or equivalent professional qualification)
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of a consultative approach in sales, within the education sector
Experience of apprenticeship sales experience with Levy paying employers
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders
Excellent negotiation and closing skills, with the ability to overcome objections and secure commitments
Experience of providing Training and Development consultative advice to employers and undertaking training needs analysis
Experience of meeting sales targets on a regular basis
Experience of increasing sales through expanding the customer base and generating new business
Ability to anticipate, identify and respond to customer needs
Demonstrate evidence of planning and organising own time to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Familiarity with CRM software and sales tools for tracking leads and managing pipelines
Knowledge of Further Education and/or Training Providers and an understanding of apprenticeship funding rules
Understanding of Apprenticeship funding reforms
Other Attributes
Good networking skills
Results-driven mindset and a passion for exceeding targets
Ability to manage partnership working
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Attention to detail
Good IT skills (Microsoft Office packages)
Continuing professional development
Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
Valid driving licence and own transport (max. 6 points)
Flexible approach, with the ability and willingness to travel to employers/clients
Good teamworking skills
If you are interested in this Apprenticeships Business Development Consultant opportunity, tours & interviews can be arranged ASAP.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful Teacher of English will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
To apply for this Apprenticeships Business Development Consultant opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.
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Apprenticeships Business Development Consultant Permanent Harrow ASAP start!
