R13 Recruitment are currently supporting a leading not-for-profit and employability organisation in their search for a Regional Employer & BD Manager to join their Birmingham team on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a highly autonomous and relationship-driven opportunity focused on building strong employer partnerships across the West Midlands region. Working across multiple employability and skills programmes, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in creating meaningful employment opportunities for programme participants while developing long-term commercial relationships with local and regional employers.
The role would suit a confident and consultative business development professional who thrives on networking, relationship management and creating mutually beneficial partnerships. Monday to Friday – full time, hybrid working alongside regular travel across the region.
This nationally recognised organisation delivers a range of employability, skills and apprenticeship programmes designed to support individuals into sustainable employment and career development opportunities.
With a strong social impact focus, they work closely with employers, local stakeholders and community partners to create positive outcomes for both businesses and participants alike. This role offers the chance to join an organisation making a genuine difference within local communities. Hybrid working model Flexible and autonomous working environment Ongoing training and professional development Mileage/travel expenses covered for business travel Opportunity for contract extension or redeployment onto future funded programmes
Generating job opportunities, interview placements, work trials and apprenticeship opportunities for programme participants. Building long-term relationships with employers across a broad range of sectors and industries. Working consultatively with businesses to understand hiring needs and workforce challenges. Creating opportunities across employability, apprenticeship and skills-based programmes. Managing a pipeline of employer engagement activity and maintaining accurate CRM records. Delivering presentations, meetings and networking activity to generate new partnerships. Previous experience within business development, employer engagement, recruitment, employability, apprenticeships or consultative sales. Strong relationship-building and networking abilities – professional and credible. Comfortable developing new business opportunities while managing existing partnerships. To hear more details about this opportunity, please email your CV to Rebecca Headden – Business Partner at R13 Recruitment. For candidates applying from outside the local region, please include a brief covering note outlining your relocation plans, current location, and anticipated timeframe for moving….