The Role

Leinster Appointments is currently recruiting for Head of Business Development. 

Remote opportunity with an adhoc meeting in Co. Kildare. 

Role Requirements:

• Develop a strong understanding of key government commissioners within Ireland’s further and higher education sector.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with government-funded organizations and other key stakeholders.
• Identify, develop, and manage B2B commercial opportunities to drive business growth.
• Contribute to bid strategies and responses for securing new government and B2B contracts.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to establish beneficial collaborations with third parties when required.
• Prepare high-quality reports for Board and Group Executive Board meetings.
• Collaborate with the Group Marketing team to shape effective marketing strategies aligned with companies' growth objectives.
• Adapt to business needs by working flexibly, including travel and overnight stays as required.
• Take responsibility for personal professional development, undertaking necessary training as identified during performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities, Quality, Health & Safety, and IT protocols.
• Carry out any additional duties relevant to the role as required.

The Person

• Third level qualification in Business, Marketing or related discipline.
• Senior experience in private and public sector organisations is desirable.
• Demonstrable experience of developing long-term, senior level relationships with external organisations.
• Senior experience of working in the FET sector in Ireland including interacting with Solas, the ETB’s or Skillnet.
• A track record of success as a business driver with strong financial and commercial acumen.
• Comfortable networking and public speaking including delivering business presentations.
• Full clean Driving Licence required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook with good experience of using CMS, Learner Management Systems and Management Information tools.