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About the role:
Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview so apply soon to not miss out!
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Manager to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and driving growth in education and training services.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with employers to promote LSEC’s apprenticeship and workforce development programmes
- Develop tailored training solutions that meet business needs
- Support the delivery of commercial targets and strategic growth plans
- Represent LSEC at industry events and networking opportunities
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery
What You’ll Bring
- Experience in business development, sales, or employer engagement
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A target-driven approach with a passion for education and skills
- Knowledge of apprenticeships or the FE sector (desirable)
- Ability to hit the ground running and adapt quickly
About The Company
The College
London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.
Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.
As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.
The Group has also recently launched a charity – the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of educational programmes and initiatives.
With a combined turnover of c£100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation – and really make a different to people’s lives.
Safeguarding Statement
London South East Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.