Head of Business Development

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Are you a commercially driven leader with a strong background in sales, partnerships, or business growth who is looking for a role with greater purpose, stability, and long-term impact? Have you built successful sales pipelines, negotiated high-value contracts, or led teams to exceed targets

and now want to apply those skills in a more meaningful setting? If youre ready to step away from short-term sales cycles and constant pressure for the next deal, this is your opportunity to use your transferable commercial skills to create sustainable growth that benefits learners, employers, and the wider community. Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and lead strategic business development activity that transforms sales expertise into long-term partnerships and lasting educational impact. What We Offer Salary: £43,981 per year

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Outstanding Benefits Local Government Pension Scheme

a strong, secure foundation for your future Generous Holiday Entitlement

30 days paid annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays College closure and wellbeing days

including a 2-week paid Christmas closure Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support Free On-Site Gyms

available across multiple campuses Lifestyle Discounts

savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure Cycle-to-Work Scheme

save money while staying active Professional Development

leadership training and career progression opportunities Additional Perks

discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry A senior role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow. What Youll Do Lead and deliver the Colleges business development, sales, and employer engagement strategy Drive income growth across apprenticeships, commercial training, and funded provision Develop and manage sales pipelines, bids, and commercial opportunities Build and convert employer relationships into long-term strategic partnerships Lead, coach, and motivate a high-performing sales and business development team Work collaboratively with curriculum leaders to ensure provision meets market and employer demand Use market intelligence, data, and performance metrics to inform decision-making and growth What Youll Bring Proven senior experience in sales, business development, or commercial leadership A strong track record of meeting or exceeding income and growth targets Highly transferable skills in negotiation, relationship management, and stakeholder influence Confidence operating in both strategic and hands-on sales environments Experience translating commercial priorities into sustainable, long-term value Experience in education, training, apprenticeships, or public sector environments (desirable, but not essential) Why Choose This Path? Continue using the sales and commercial skills youve worked hard to develop

while gaining: Greater job security and long-term stability A healthier work-life balance Purpose-driven leadership beyond short-term sales targets The opportunity to shape education, skills, and regional workforce development A role where your commercial success creates life-changing opportunities for others. Make a move that truly pays off If youre ready to apply your sales expertise and transferable skills to a leadership role with lasting impact at Wiltshire College & University Centre, wed love to hear from you. Closing Date: 1st February 2026 Interview Date: 9th February 2026 Please note: Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document. Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Safer Recruitment Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates. We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities. Closing date: 1 st February 2026 Shortlist date: 2 nd February 2026 Interview date: 9 th February 2026

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Category:
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