We are Places for People Group, we're a social enterprise that believes it's people that make a community. That's why we build homes and deliver services for everyone in the community to thrive. We aren't your typical company. We apply the same philosophy to our People as we do to our communities, ensuring our team is appreciated and supported. At Places for People, you're more than just a number - you're part of our cause. 

In this role, you will drive growth within Places for People's brand new training academy, PfP Thrive. An exciting new initiative that we see much needed training offered across the housing sector. By identifying market opportunities, anticipating trends, and developing long-term revenue strategies you will have significant impact in building this new area of the Places for People business.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!  

More about your role  

 You'll manage relationships, and influence key stakeholders both internally and externally. You'll navigate changing market conditions, handle setbacks, and adjust strategies as needed. You'll define and implement business development plans, targeting new markets and customer segments, and set revenue and partnership goals. Building strategic partnerships and negotiating win-win agreements will be crucial, as will maintaining and nurturing long-term relationships with partners. You'll conduct market research to spot emerging opportunities or threats and provide insights to adapt strategies. Collaboration with marketing, product development, finance, and legal teams will ensure alignment with company objectives. You'll track KPIs to measure success and adjust tactics based on performance data. Additionally, you'll champion Early Careers Initiatives, including apprenticeships and training programs, positioning yourself as a thought leader in skills development. You will also attend networking events, conferences and developing individual proposals based on business need.  

The anticipated start date for this role is April 2025. This role will involve a weekly visit to Derby, where the new academy is based, allowing you to be closely connected with the team and operations.

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.    

Essential Criteria  

1. Experience in successful Business Development and Partnership roles 

2. Experience in developing White Label products and services ready for market 

3. Experience in the Further Education or training sector 

More about you  

You'll need strong networking and relationship-building skills to establish and maintain strategic partnerships, client relationships, and networks. A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset is essential for identifying and seizing new business opportunities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to present business cases, negotiate deals, and foster collaboration. Strategic thinking is key to spotting growth opportunities, anticipating market trends, and developing long-term revenue strategies. Ideally, you'll have experience in the apprenticeship and further education sector, customer service, business development, and potentially the housing and construction industry. 

If all of this sounds like you then we urge you to make an application with us today! 

Benefits  

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.   

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:   

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly  

• Competitive bonus structure based on income targets through commission scheme. 

• Car allowance 

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%  

• 35 days annual leave (Including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave  

• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year  

• Training and development  

• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.  

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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