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Business Development Manager

Bedford
£40k – £45k/yr
Posted 29 days ago
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Business Development Manager — Drive Growth in Construction Training & Skills Development

Are you an experienced sales professional with a strong background in construction training, funded provision, or skills development? TR2 Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to support employer growth and create new opportunities across our construction training provision. This is a fantastic chance to make a tangible impact within a reputable organization dedicated to connecting talent with transformative training solutions.

What You’ll Do

As a key player in our team, you will identify new business opportunities, foster lasting relationships with employers, and develop strategies to expand our sector presence. Your expertise will help shape the future of construction training and skills development, ensuring employers and learners benefit from innovative, tailored solutions.

Required Skills

  • Proven success in sales within construction training, NVQs, apprenticeships, funded training, or related sectors
  • Strong construction sector knowledge, with experience selling training courses or services
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to confidently identify opportunities, hit targets, and manage multiple stakeholders
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven approach and a proactive attitude

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Nice To Have Skills

  • Experience working with sectors such as rail or engineering, demonstrating relevant knowledge and sales capability
  • Familiarity with funding mechanisms, sector-specific regulations, or apprenticeship standards
  • Experience utilizing CRM software and sales analytics tools

Preferred Education And Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Construction Management, or related field
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of successful business development experience in construction training, skills development, or similar fields

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Other Requirements

  • Willingness to work remotely and travel within Bedfordshire as needed for client meetings and industry events
  • Relevant certifications in sales, training, or sector-specific qualifications are a plus

Role Details

  • Salary: £40,000 - £45,000, depending on experience
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Location: Bedfordshire (remote working available)
  • Contract: Full-time, permanent
  • Working pattern: Predominantly remote with travel as required

If you are passionate about construction training, possess sector knowledge, and thrive in a target-driven environment, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your career—apply now and help us build a brighter future in skills development.

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Skills

Sales
Construction Training
Relationship Building
Negotiation
Communication
Opportunity Identification
Target Achievement
Stakeholder Management
Self-Motivation
Results-Driven
Proactive
CRM Software
Sales Analytics
Funding Mechanisms
Apprenticeship Standards

Location

Bedford, England, United Kingdom

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