Busieness Development Manager – Education Recruitment

Business Development Manager – Education – ITN Mark Education

Company

With over 15 years’ experience ITN Mark Education, the leading education recruitment specialist, works in partnership with schools and academies throughout the UK to support the recruitment process for day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover, and permanent contracts. Operating through a network of 20 UK offices as well as an international presence, our specialist disciplines include Head Teachers, Classroom Teachers, Support and Special Education Needs (SEN) Staff.

Role

ITN Mark Education would like to welcome a business development manager who will be developing new business in the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire areas. This is a varied and interesting role, working closely in collaboration with branch managers and consultants to secure business development across the region. The role will involve consulting, devising and planning an agreed sales strategy and monitoring results in relation to targets.

Duties and responsibilities:

•To work in close liaison with consultants and managers to develop and implement a detailed business development plan for an agreed territory/product that may include: direct sales, raising ITN Mark Education brand awareness, market research and client development.

•Participate with senior and operational management in the development of goals and objectives deemed necessary for the growth of the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire area; Work with central support teams and other colleagues to identify opportunities for the company’s growth in accordance with the business plan timeline.

•Identify, develop and establish strategic partnerships or joint ventures that strengthen the ITN Mark Education brand position in the market.

•Assist in the annual budget planning process, advice and direct efforts to include activities client recruitment, fee negotiation and sales functions. Development of client advertising strategy, incorporating the creation of advertising copy and layouts.

•Termly market analysis

•Maintain a favourable working relationship with all colleagues to promote a cooperative and harmonious working environment. Review ongoing performance results and identify needs of clients within the market.

Person

The type of person we are looking for will be a true professional with a structured approach who is motivated by success and recognition. You must be confident in communicating with others, either on the phone or in person, as this is a vital part of the role.

You will ideally have the following skills:

•A proven success in business development
•A strong understanding and work experience in the education sector
• Firm understanding of recruitment industry
•The ability to build solid relationships and network to widen opportunities
•A highly organised approach acting as a role model for others to emulate
•A desire to make a difference by seeking ways to innovate and improve business results and service standards.

A strong background in education and/or education recruitment is highly advantageous for this position. For example, you may be a school leader looking for a different challenge, or a recruiter looking for a new exciting role.

Reward

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the most successful education recruitment consultancies in the UK. In return to your hard work, various career paths are offered, as ITN Mark takes the pride in investing in our staff’s career development.