Business Development Officer Position

2 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom The Workforce Development Trust Full time
About the Role

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Department: Business Development – SFJ Awards

Location: Sheffield Office, with hybrid working available

Job Summary

SFJ Awards is a regulated Awarding Organisation that delivers high-quality qualifications and custom certification for learners. We are seeking a Business Development Officer to increase the volume and value of revenues achieved from SFJ Awards products and services.

The successful candidate will be responsible for researching, sourcing, and analysing market data to identify new business opportunities and recommend new product/service opportunities. They will use their commercial skills to support existing customers and secure new customers, working both independently and as an effective team player.

Main Responsibilities:

  1. Monitor, research, and report on market trends to identify potential new customers and emerging opportunities.
  2. Influence existing customers to increase and expand their uptake of existing SFJ Awards products.
  3. Work closely with the marketing function to implement SFJ Awards' marketing and customer engagement plans.
  4. Deliver annual growth in market share and revenues.
  5. Interrogate published data sources to inform market and competitor analysis.

Requirements:

  • Market research and analysis skills.
  • Strong sales and negotiation abilities.
  • Customer relationship management skills.
  • Strategic thinking.
  • Financial acumen.
  • Project management.
About Us

SFJ Awards is part of the Workforce Development Trust group, a not-for-profit organisation that provides services to support employers in developing skilled, sustainable, and efficient workforces.

We are a leading awarding body in the vocational education sector, delivering regulated qualifications and apprenticeship end-point assessment. Our products and services support learners, employers, and training providers in achieving their goals.

As a Business Development Officer, you will play a key role in driving business growth and fostering strong customer relationships. If you have a strong commercial background and a passion for business development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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