Job Description

- Business Development Apprentice

The Opportunity

Our client is recruiting for two Business Development Apprentices to join their team in

Lee-on-the-Solent.

The

Level 3 IT Technical Sales

apprenticeship programme that we are offering

,

will allow you to kick-start your career in an industry that is constantly evolving, dynamic and transformational.

The steps you take will provide you with valuable first-hand experience, knowledge, skills and qualification to help really drive your career forward. We are here to guide and support you every step of the way!

The Position

Job Title:

Business Development Apprentice

Apprenticeship Course:

Level 3 IT Technical Sales

Apprenticeship Duration:

12 Months + EPA

Location:

Lee on the Solent

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm

Salary:

16,000 plus commission

Role and Responsibilities:

Lead Generation & Prospecting

Identify and research potential clients, markets, and partnerships. Use tools (e.g., CRM, LinkedIn, databases) to source new leads. Cold call, email, or message prospects to initiate contact.
Client Relationship Management

Build and maintain long-term relationships with new and existing clients. Understand client needs and tailor solutions accordingly. Act as the main point of contact during the sales process.
Sales & Revenue Growth

Present and pitch products/services to potential customers. Negotiate contracts and close deals to meet or exceed sales targets. Follow up on sales leads and convert them into active accounts.
Market Research & Strategy

Analyse industry trends and competitor offerings. Provide feedback to marketing and product teams based on market needs. Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve business objectives.
Collaboration & Reporting

Coordinate with internal teams (marketing, product, operations). Report on sales metrics, pipeline status, and performance regularly. Attend conferences, networking events, or exhibitions to generate leads.
Customer Onboarding & Support

Support new clients during the onboarding process. Ensure smooth transition from sales to service delivery. Resolve any client issues with the support of internal teams.

Desired Qualities, Skills and Knowledge:

Proactive and self-motivated - Takes initiative without constant supervision.

Resilient and persistent - Able to handle rejection and continue pursuing leads.

Goal-oriented - Strong focus on achieving targets and KPIs.

Persuasive and confident - Able to influence others and present effectively.

Adaptable - Can work in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Professional demeanour - Maintains a positive image when dealing with clients.

Benefits

Your birthday off work
20 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
Christmas period off + Summer and Christmas parties
Comprehensive training and development

Eligibility Criteria

Individuals must have a valid and eligible residency status to apply for this role.

About ITP

We help employers develop their best talent and inspire the next generation through apprenticeships, mentoring and training, we're plugging the UK's digital skills gap to provide a workforce for the future.

If this sounds like the role for you, get in touch! Once we receive your application, one of our team will be in touch to help you with the next stage.

The ITP are working on behalf of a third party to advertise their vacancy. By submitting your CV, you agree to be contacted by The ITP and your information to be passed on to a third party.

Safeguarding and Values Commitment

The ITP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

At the ITP, we are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We expect every team member to:

Uphold and champion our values, code of conduct, and safeguarding principles. Take personal responsibility for understanding and adhering to all safeguarding procedures and policies. Promote a culture of safety and wellbeing through a proactive "do no harm" approach. Recognise and act on their responsibility in supporting, strengthening, and enforcing safeguarding practices across all areas of work. Understand and meet any role-specific safeguarding duties -- including, in this position, actively identifying and reporting concerns, engaging in relevant training, and modelling safe and inclusive behaviours in all apprentice interactions.
At the ITP, our company culture is important to us, and all employees and consultants are expected to operate in line with our values:

We change lives - We strive to make a difference for our apprentices, clients, members, ourselves, and our team on a daily basis. We push for diversity and inclusion in our industry by challenging perceptions. We embrace individuality. We believe that everyone is equally important.

We are genuine and honest - We breed trust amongst clients, apprentices, members, and the team. We take responsibility for our words, actions, and results. We are human. We encourage one another through honesty and transparency.

We are innovative and unique - We are empowered by innovation. We strive to make the impossible, possible. We are proud to be the only organisation of our kind, of who we are and how we got here.

We are Personable - We remind ourselves what it's like to be in others shoes. We have authentic conversations; we are real and so are our relationships.

We are stronger united - We share our knowledge and experiences. We celebrate one another on our achievements. We value and encourage one another because we win or lose as a team.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 16,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Commission pay
Benefits:

Free parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person