Position: Business Development Executive

Yolk Recruitment are working on behalf of an online training platform in search for a Business Development Executive to join their team in Cardiff. This educational provider serves healthcare professionals globally, offering over 40 specialized courses that align with industry requirements to advance their careers and improve patient care. As they embark on an ambitious growth journey with new courses and programs in development, they're seeking a passionate business development executive to reach their goals.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in driving both student acquisition and ongoing engagement. This role will involve outbound activity, selling the training courses to students in a consultative manor.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct targeted outreach to prospective students via phone and email to understand their motivations, concerns, and goals.
• Track enquiries, applications, and admissions data while managing student recruitment pipelines to meet targets.
• Highlight faculty expertise and industry connections as part of the institution's unique offerings.
• Use the organization's CRM system to keep detailed records of interactions with prospective students.
• Provide information on payment options, bursaries, and financial support to address cost-related concerns.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and projects to enhance recruitment and enrolment processes.
• Attend training sessions to stay current on program offerings and improve business development skills.

Skill set

• Minimum of 3 years in sales, customer engagement, or educational support with a proven track record in meeting targets.
• Comfortable with CRM systems and sales tools; experience with online education platforms is an advantage.
• Proficient in asking open-ended questions, handling objections, and guiding conversations.
• Agile and quick-thinking, able to respond naturally to student needs and pivot approaches as needed.
• Target-Driven

Benefits

• Basic salary of £30,000 per year with a performance-based bonus of up to £10,000 annually.
• OTE £40k
• Flexitime and hybrid working arrangements.
• 33 days per year, including bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 mental health support.
• Company pension with 5% employee and 3% employer contribution.
• Free coffee, tea, and beverages, plus secure parking.
• Continuous learning opportunities, with recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
• Join a warm, inclusive, and supportive team.