Business Development & Employer Partnerships Lead

Based at either Bishop Burton or Riseholme College

Working Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm

£35,269 Per Annum

Are you a confident relationship builder with a commercial outlook and a passion for connecting employers with training opportunities? We are looking for a proactive Business Development & Employer Partnerships Lead to help grow our provision across Bishop Burton and Riseholme College.

You may currently be working in business development, account management, sales or employer engagement within a college, training provider or commercial organisation. You will bring experience of developing productive relationships, identifying customer needs and turning opportunities into results. Strong communication skills, a customer-focused approach and experience of coordinating or leading others will help you succeed.

Working within our Services to Business team, you will develop employer partnerships across apprenticeships, Skills Bootcamps, short courses, work experience and commercial training. By understanding employers’ workforce needs and working closely with curriculum colleagues, you will help shape responsive training that supports businesses and creates valuable opportunities for learners.

You will also lead admissions and administrative functions, ensuring employers and learners receive an efficient, professional service from their first enquiry through to enrolment and beyond. Alongside this, you will oversee the work experience placements team, supporting high-quality placements across the College.

Joining Bishop Burton and Riseholme means using your commercial skills to make a meaningful difference to education, employment and regional skills development. You will work collaboratively with colleagues and industry partners, helping businesses develop their workforce while enabling learners to build their futures.

The role can be based at either campus, with travel between Bishop Burton and Riseholme required. If you enjoy building partnerships, supporting a team and delivering results, we would love to hear from you.

Bishop Burton College/Riseholme College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.

• Beautiful Rural Campus – Enjoy working in a unique countryside environment with excellent facilities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – A generous defined benefit pension with valuable employer contributions.
• Up to 40 Days' Leave – Including annual leave, bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata for part-time colleagues).
• Birthday Leave – Enjoy an extra day's paid leave to celebrate your birthday.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and support a healthier, greener commute.
• Free On-Site Parking – No parking costs or long walks to work.
• On-Site Catering Facilities – A variety of cafés and dining options available across campus.
• Optional Health Cash Plan – Helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Discounted On-Site Gym Membership – Stay active with reduced membership rates.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme – Dedicated initiatives to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
• Career Development Opportunities – We invest in your future with training, qualifications and progression opportunities.
• Free Will Writing Service – Helping you plan ahead with confidence.
• Generous Sick Pay & Compassionate Leave – Providing peace of mind when life doesn't go to plan.
• Enhanced Maternity & Adoption Pay – Extra support for you and your growing family.
• Free Eye Tests for DSE Users – Helping you take care of your eye health.
• 15% Discount on East Yorkshire Buses – Save on your daily commute and leisure travel.

We're committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and able to thrive, making Bishop Burton College and Riseholme Collegea great place to build a rewarding career.

The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the UK's points-based immigration system.

Closing date: 26th October

Interview date: 2nd November at Bishop Burton College and 4thNovember at Riseholme College

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. As this is a position of trust, the successful candidate will be required to disclose any criminal convictions and will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), barring (where applicable), reference, qualification and health checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is an equal opportunities employer.

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