Job Description

Vacancy Name

Senior Business Development Manager - Logistics Apprenticeships

Vacancy No

VN4941

Location City

Field Based

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours per week

37.50

Working Days & Times

Monday-Friday

Salary Minimum Pounds

40000

Salary Maximum Pounds

50000

Description

Learning Curve Group are a national training and education specialist we work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. We have strong values which are all centred around our learners - and that is how we believe it should be, as we impact on over 100,000 of them every year. Our 'Purple People', the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to 'transform lives through learning'.

Role Information

Learning Curve Group is a national training and education specialist we work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. We have strong values which are all centred around our learners - and that is how we believe it should be, as we impact on over 100,000 of them every year. Our 'Purple People', the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to 'transform lives through learning'.



Our Apprenticeship division is experiencing significant growth, and we are seeking an accomplished and proactive individual with a strong track record in fast-paced environments. The ideal candidate will possess the skills and initiative to successfully identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.

DUTIES & RESPONSABILITIES

Deliver start targets aligned with our overall growth strategy. Carry out training needs analysis to identify the best options that meet the client's needs and objectives, including mapping apprenticeship standards, Employability, and AEB programmes to relevant training requirements. Mobilise new business opportunities and ensure a smooth transition over to the Key Account or Serviced Account team. Contribute to the development of the marketing strategy for employers, supporting plans for growth and maximising income from Levy-paying employers and strategic employer partners. Conduct targeted outreach campaigns utilising LinkedIn Sales Navigator, email marketing, and follow-up strategies to engage with B2B leads generated by our call centre and website, ensuring a consistent pipeline of opportunities for business growth. Contribute to research to identify new areas of employer need and new products and markets, helping to shape our future strategy. Establish and maintain our reputation as a customer focussed provider by building strong relationships with employers and other key stakeholders such as public sector bodies and referral partners. Obtain employer contracts and lead on contract negotiations with the support of the wider team. Contribute to our positioning to be able to respond to changes in the Levy apprenticeship funding model and develop a fully costed apprenticeship management and delivery model(s). Be present at networking events, specific to your sector. Represent us on various advisory bodies and business forums. Implement and comply with the Company's Equality and Diversity, Safeguarding and Health and Safety Policies Undertake such duties as may be required commensurate with the level of responsibility and nature of the job in discussion with your line manager Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company Always ensure confidentiality and professionalism. Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role



If you would like to discuss this role in more detail or need support in applying for this role, please contact our recruitment team on 01388 777129 or Workforus@Learningcurvegroup.co.uk

Working Flexibly

If the working hours, days or times don't quite meet your needs please contact us to see if we can accommodate working flexibly.

Essentia Criteria

EXPERIENCE

Previous experience of successful business development (flexible to consider whether this has been in the FE sector or the subject specialism - ie. Digital, Care or Logistics)

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Knowledge of the FE sector and funding streams in particular apprenticeships


Knowledge of Levy funding


Excellent communicator and skilled at selling to stakeholders at all levels


Tenacious and resilient to knockbacks


Ability to negotiate with employers effectively


Strategic thinker capable of simplifying complex propositions for pitches


Proficient in aligning products with customer business objectives

Why work for Learning Curve group?

There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work!



Although we have some great benefits, we know that one of our biggest perks is the incredible People & Culture we have been lucky enough to create. Don't just take our word for it though, you can hear from some of our Purple People here:



In addition to working for a company that has been listed as the top 100 companies to work for, for the last fives years you'll have access to below benefits:
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years Healthcare Scheme Home & Tech schemes Enhanced Family Leave Paid Volunteer day each year Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month Student / Teacher Discount Uniform

HEAD OFFICE PERKS

We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.
Electric Car charging points Free fruit, Coffee and Tea Onsite Shower Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You're unique - and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.



Don't just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all.

Halo Code

Learning Curve Group stand against hair discrimination in the workplace and champion the right for our Purple People to embrace Afro-Hairstyles including including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.

Disability Confident Leader

Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the scheme. It is awarded to organisations that act as champions for the rights of disabled people within their networks and who lead the way to help other businesses to become disability confident. At LCG we understand the need to remove barriers to create a level playing field. That's why if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview and/or workplace, we welcome a discussion.

Armed Forces Covenant Gold

12% of our entire workforce are veterans of the armed forces and as such as its only right we show our support by pledging to the Armed Forces Covenant. It is a promise to those who serve or who have served, and their families, which says we will do all we can to ensure they are treated fairly and not disadvantaged in their day-to-day lives. As part of this promise, Reservists will receive an additional 10 days paid leave to attend training.
Domestic Abuse Covenant Care Leaver Covenant Working Chance Ban the box

Recruitment Checks

Learners are at the centre of everything we do so we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. The successful applicant will be required to provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK. For this role, we will also carry out adverse media checks and also need to carry out a DBS check and will ask information related to previous convictions if you are shortlisted for interview.




Please be assured that a previous conviction does not automatically rule you out of a role, unless you are barred from working with children or adults. We will follow our risk assessment process to understand age of, context and relevance to the conviction(s).




Please be assured that a previous conviction does not automatically rule you out of a role, unless you are barred from working with children or adults. We will follow our risk assessment process to understand age of, context and relevance to the conviction(s).

Education Level

Vocational

Level of Vocational Experience

2 years

Applications Close Date

16 May 2025