About Oxford Professional Education
Oxford Professional Education is a leading provider of professional training and globally recognised qualifications.
Our courses span a range of disciplines which empower thousands of learners each year to flourish and progress in the workplace – from apprentices to global business leaders.
Our delivery of exceptional educational courses and qualifications is the focus of everything we do. The commitment and passion of our people, to develop the skills and capabilities of our learners, remains at the core of our continued success. We are a diverse team of talented experts, an investor in innovative systems, entering into an exciting phase of growth.
If you share our vision and seek a career where you can make an impact, then we would like to hear from you.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially focused and relationship-driven Business Development Manager to become the face of Oxford Professional Education within the professional training market.
The successful candidate will focus exclusively on employer engagement, business development, apprenticeship promotion, and commercial qualification growth.
This role would suit someone with strong knowledge of apprenticeships and employer engagement who is confident building relationships, generating opportunities, and representing the organisation at local and national events.
Key Responsibilities
Promote apprenticeships and commercial professional qualifications to employers and key stakeholdersIdentify workforce development needs and secure new apprenticeship and training opportunitiesConduct proactive business development activity including networking, lead generation and employer outreachBuild and maintain a strong pipeline of employer and commercial opportunitiesWork collaboratively with internal teams to support business growth objectivesMaintain accurate records of employer engagement activity, pipeline progression, and partnership opportunities using CRM systemsProduce regular activity and pipeline reports to support performance monitoring and strategic planningMaintain up-to-date knowledge of apprenticeship funding, policy developments, and sector priorities
Marketing & Market Development
Work closely with the marketing team to support promotional campaigns and employer engagement strategiesContribute to the creation and development of marketing assets, promotional materials, and employer-facing contentProvide regular feedback and market intelligenceSupport strategic growth initiatives through market insight and employer engagement activity in both apprenticeship programmes and commercial professional qualifications
Events & Networking
Represent Oxford Professional Education at local and national events, exhibitions, conferences and networking opportunitiesPromote our accredited training provision in both apprenticeships and professional qualificationsBuild strong relationships with employers, professional bodies, and industry stakeholdersSupport the continued growth and visibility of the organisation
Skills & Experience Required
Essential experience and strong working knowledge of apprenticeships, apprenticeship funding, and employer engagement within the UK education and training sectorSelf-motivated, target-driven and commercially awareProven experience in business development, employer engagementExperience developing employer partnerships and generating new business opportunitiesExperience using CRM systems to manage employer engagement activity and sales pipelinesExcellent networking and relationship-building skillsExperience working collaboratively with marketing teams and contributing to campaigns and promotional activityStrong communication and presentation skillsProfessional and confident manner with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
Personal Attributes
Professional, enthusiastic and highly motivatedExcellent interpersonal skillsOrganised and proactive approach to workPositive ambassadorial presencePassionate about business growth and relationship managementCommercially aware with the ability to identify market opportunitiesCommitted to delivering high standards of professionalism and service
What we offer
Competitive salary and incentivesFlexible/hybrid working optionsProfessional development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative team cultureGenerous holiday allowance and benefits package
If you’re excited by the opportunity to make an impact, we would love to hear from you.
