Business Development Manager – Apprenticeship Programmes
Employer: Raise The Bar
Location: Hybrid/Remote UK wide
Working hours: Full time
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 base + uncapped commission (£60,000 - £70,000 realistic OTE)
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Who are we
Raise the Bar is one of the UK’s leading leadership and management development companies, trusted by global brands to develop leaders at every level.
Partnering with some of the UK’s top brands, we not only deliver exceptional programmes but we are also one of the UK’s leading speaker bureaus, handling over 700 of the best thought leaders on the planet.
At our core, we prioritise our people, embodying our values in a high-performance culture that generously rewards those who contribute. Expect an excellent package, a supportive work environment, and abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth.
We are looking for a results-driven business development manager to join our ever-expanding sales team.
What you’ll do
If you’re driven, disciplined and energised by outbound sales, this is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a revenue stream with huge earning potential .
You will:
Respond to business-generated opportunities and engaging with employers to drive learner starts on our apprenticeship courses and online programmes.
Provide expert guidance on apprenticeship levy and funding options to advise and support clients.
Facilitate seamless client handovers to our Operations and L&D Departments.
Generate and developing leads into new clients using the systems, data and technologies available as well as via personal acumen and insight.
Prepare proposals and contracts for clients that meet all stakeholder budgets and expectations.
Focussed and personable account management of existing client accounts ensuring solid relationships are built, and client satisfaction and trust is achieved leading to repeat business.
Attend networking events and opportunities in order to discover new business leads and stay ahead of the curve on industry developments and trends.
Cross-sell and upsell our product solutions to ensure clients receive the greatest benefit from everything we can offer.
Build effective working relationships with the Marketing team to ensure client reach and engagement.
Work effectively with the wider Client Solutions team to ensure client satisfaction.
Work closely with the Finance team to ensure client accounts are financially healthy and terms are adhered to.
Ensure individual and team targets are achieved on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales records, enabling effective tracking and analysis.
Actively communicate customer feedback to internal stakeholders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Provide responsive support to internal and external queries, demonstrating your commitment to exceptional service delivery.
Support the Head of Client Solutions with administrative and project support needs where required.
Any other ad hoc duties and reasonable requests in line with business needs and the skill level of the post holder.
What we’re looking for
Proven 2 years’ experience in a similar role in the apprenticeship sector
A consultative and solution-focused approach to sales
A great network of contacts across LinkedIn and other sources
The ability to work alone but also be a keen team player
If you thrive in outbound environments and want a role with real autonomy and impact, you’ll excel here.
What you’ll earn
Base salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum
OTE: £60,000+ (uncapped)
Why join Raise the Bar
World-class experts and content underpinning your sales story
A culture built on excellence, integrity and impact
Full autonomy to create your success — with the reward to match
How to apply
Upload your CV and a short note explaining why you’re right for this high-performance outbound sales role.
Equality & diversity
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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