Business Development Support Officer

About the role

We are partnering with a growing apprenticeship training provider, rated Good by Ofsted, to recruit a Business Development Support Officer. The role sits within the commercial team and works closely with the Business Development Manager to drive employer engagement and support business growth. You will combine research, outreach and appointment‑setting activities in a hybrid working environment.

Key responsibilities

• Research and identify potential employer leads across target markets, pinpointing decision‑makers.
• Conduct outreach via email, LinkedIn and telephone, supporting LinkedIn activity and nurturing early‑stage interest.
• Book qualified appointments and discovery calls for the Business Development Manager and coordinate diary and meeting preparation.
• Record outreach activity, outcomes and progress in the CRM system.

Required profile

• Previous experience in sales, marketing, recruitment or business development support.
• Confident, proactive and comfortable speaking with employers.
• Target‑focused and enjoys working in a small, fast‑moving team.
• Ambitious to grow commercially and build a long‑term career.
• Experience in apprenticeships or training is helpful but not essential.

Required skills

• CRM usage
• LinkedIn outreach

What we offer

• Hybrid working with flexibility (1–2 days onsite).
• Competitive salary £26,000‑£30,000 per annum plus quarterly performance bonus.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Supportive, growing organisation with opportunities to develop in sales and employer engagement.