Business Development Manager

College Business Development Manager - Construction Sector

Location

South East London / Kent (with travel) Office Orpington

Contract

Full-time

Temporary, with a view to becoming permanent for the right candidate

£28,411 / equivalent day rate + strong commission potential (OTE £45,000)

About the Role

We are looking for a driven and commercially focused Business Development Manager to grow the college footprint across the construction sector. You will play a key role in developing employer partnerships, identifying skills gaps, and creating opportunities for apprenticeships, training programmes, and workforce development solutions.

This is a high-impact role suited to someone who understands the construction industry and thrives on building long-term employer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with construction employers (SMEs and larger contractors)
• Identify new business opportunities and convert leads into training partnerships
• Promote apprenticeship and training programmes aligned to employer needs
• Work closely with internal delivery teams to ensure a high-quality employer experience
• Manage a pipeline of opportunities, tracking progress and conversion rates
• Represent the organisation at industry events, networking groups, and employer forums
• Contribute to sector growth strategies and employer engagement plans

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or employer engagement
• Strong knowledge of the construction sector (e.g. trades, contractors, supply chain)
• Track record of meeting or exceeding targets
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to identify employer needs and translate them into solutions
• Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven

Desirable

• Experience working within apprenticeships, training, or further education
• Existing network within construction employers
• Understanding of funding or workforce development initiatives

For more information and to apply, please contact Richard Lanning at Randstad Education on 01293 527416 or richard.lanning@randstad.co.uk