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At the LTE Group we have an exciting opportunity for a Skills and Growth Director to join the Group Strategy and Business Development Team on a permanent, full time (37 hours per week) basis.

What we are looking for:

The landscape for skills and workforce development is changing with the advent of Skills England, greater devolution, and changes to the introduction of a Growth and Skills Levy. LTE's Skills and Growth Director will be responsible for engaging and developing strategic partnerships with large employers and supply chains, as well as Greater Manchester and NW Regional stakeholders. The role will significantly contribute to the business development activities across the LTE Group by identifying and creating high-value partnerships with businesses to support the work of the Group and our key services and brands - including Total People, UCEN Manchester, The Manchester College, MOL and Novus.

This is a strategic and relationship-based sales role, focused on Greater Manchester and the wider North West of England. The post holder will be responsible for increasing our reach with businesses, developing new partnerships, innovative learning offers and increasing the number of work-based learners our group supports.

The skills and experience required for the role of Skills and Growth Director include:

Proven track record in business-to-business sales and business development leadership within a customer-centric organisation, preferably in the education, skills, or employment-focused environment.
Experience in developing and enhancing commercial partnerships with key stakeholder and client groups.
Proven ability to build and maintain commercial relationships with blue-chip employers.
Strong understanding of the changing education and skills landscape and experience driving growth in this area.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.About Us

The LTE Group is a national, public-sector learning, training, and education organisation with a clearly defined mission to 'improve lives and economic success through learning and skills. Our valued 4,000 colleagues drive our delivery of specialist learning to over 100,000 learners in over 120 UK locations, across our businesses.

Across LTE Group we transform lives through the power of education and training. We live and breathe to support as many people as possible. Our amazing teachers, tutors and support staff work non-stop to help people into rewarding careers. We are passionate about helping people realise their full potential and having more opportunities to be the best version of themselves. We believe that education and training offer a path to brighter futures where anything is possible.

The LTE Group family encompasses the strengths of each of our individual organisations:

The Manchester College - Further education.
UCEN Manchester - Higher education.
Novus - Prison education.
Total People/MOL - Apprenticeships and professional development.The benefits of working for LTE Group

As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:

An excellent annual leave entitlement.
Flexible/Hybrid working.
Career development opportunities.
Local Government Pension Scheme.
Discounts on your health care through Simply Health.
Free, confidential support service provided by an external organisation, PAM Assist.
Cycle to work scheme saving you 25% on your purchase.
Access to lots of offers with well-known retailers.The LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the 'Apply online' button below.

Safeguarding

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal opportunities statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 16/12/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response