Business Development Director

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Job description

The vacancy

We are seeking a dynamic and accomplished Business Development Director to lead the growth of our adult education, apprenticeships, higher education (HE), advanced learner loans, and commercial training.

In this pivotal role, you will drive enrolment growth, influence curriculum planning, and lead high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong sales expertise, strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of funding rules and methodologies. You'll collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth and exceptional quality in our recruitment activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to grow adult education, apprenticeships, HE, advanced learner loans, and commercial training.
• Lead recruitment teams to achieve enrolment targets through effective sales campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including employers, to align curriculum with market needs.
• Manage budgets, ensuring efficiency and meeting financial targets.
• Inspire and develop high-performing teams to deliver excellence.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in business development and growth.
• Knowledge of funding methodologies and market trends.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

This role is permanent, full time. If you are ready to make an impact in the education sector, apply now!

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

About us

At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.

Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally

Our values

This vision is supported by a set of values that underpin how we operate every day across our organisation. Across every team and department, we follow core values that guide our decision making, our interactions and our approach to challenges and opportunities.

These values are a fundamental part of DN Colleges Group, as we aspire to deliver outstanding and inspirational teaching and learning for our students every day.

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