Full job descriptionInterim Business Development Executive
Location: St Albans
Hourly Rate: £20.00 per hour
Sector: Business Development / Sales / Administration
Monday to Friday: Full-time hours
SMT Recruitment Services are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established education provider who are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Business Development Executive to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop a long term career in business development, sales and client relationship management.
Working within a busy and supportive team, you will gain valuable hands on experience in business development, customer engagement, sales administration and account management, whilst working towards a Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship qualification.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the business development team with identifying and generating new business opportunities.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients.
Assisting with sales enquiries, lead generation and business development activities.
Promoting training programmes, apprenticeships and professional development opportunities to businesses.
Maintaining accurate customer information and updating internal CRM systems.
Supporting the sales process from initial enquiry through to client onboarding.
Preparing documentation, contracts and administrative paperwork.
Liaising with internal departments to ensure a smooth and efficient onboarding process.
Assisting with networking events, promotional activities and employer engagement initiatives.
Producing reports, monitoring sales activity and ensuring records are accurate and up to date.
Providing excellent customer service and acting as a professional point of contact for clients.
Skills and Experience Required
Previous experience within an apprenticeship environment.
A genuine interest in developing a career within sales, business development or account management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Confident and professional telephone manner.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
A proactive, enthusiastic and motivated approach to work.
Ability to build positive working relationships with clients and colleagues.
Comfortable working towards targets and managing multiple priorities.
Willingness to undertake a Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship qualification.
What’s on Offer?
The opportunity to gain a recognised Level 3 or Level 4 apprenticeship qualification.
Valuable practical experience within business development and client relationship management.
Ongoing training, guidance and professional development.
The opportunity to work alongside experienced business development professionals.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Excellent opportunities to develop a long term career within sales, business development and account management.
Interested?
If you are enthusiastic, motivated and looking for an opportunity to develop your skills whilst gaining a recognised qualification, we would love to hear from you.


Apply today through SMT Recruitment Services to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment (Smart10 Ltd), acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted.
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