Aptitude Recruitment work with employers of choice across the skills and employability sector. We are currently looking to support a market leading Training Provider in adding to their ever-growing team. Due to continuous growth they are looking for a Employer Engagement Officer who can support learners find placement to complete their qualifications.  

This role is officed based but will be out and about engaging with potential employers. Salery £30,000 OTE £36,000

The purpose of this role is to work with the Sales, Managers, and other members of the operational and business development team in the generation and management of a sustainable pipeline that reflects the current and anticipated business strategy. The business development manager will expand on their existing network of contacts to significantly grow the business in line with personal targets

What you’ll be doing:

• Responsible for driving the placements of learners with employers to help them achieve their apprenticeship programs or complete bootcamps programs.
• Building strong networks and awareness of the business by attending and presenting at networking events and seminars
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of changes to industry funding, eligibility, legislation and regional grants.
• Scheduling regular contact with current employers in person and by telephone to build relationships and increase apprenticeship vacancies.
• Effective capturing and analysis of customer information and interactions in our CRM to drive insights and increased sales performance
• Business Development / Lead Gen - find, reach out to, and engage with new leads to ensure a healthy pipeline of future opportunities
• Needs Analysis / Consultative Sales - evaluate prospective clients needs and objectives and work with the delivery team to ensure they find the program which best matches their objectives and desired outcomes
• Pitch to clients by creating and presenting impactful and engaging proposals
• Create clear, concise, self-explanatory and well-designed presentations/decks. 

About you: 

• Proven experience in securing placement and employment opportunities and knowledge of the Training sector is essential. 
• Excellent knowledge of Apprenticeship and Bootcamps  
• Experience in achieving targets in regards to Learner starts
• Proven experience in developing relationships, influencing and negotiating with employers to secure new business 
• Excellent communication, presentation, written and verbal skills. 
• Comfortable developing and delivering first-class presentations that result in sales 
•  A full UK driving License 
• An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.