Job Description Business Development and Account Manager n nMagherafelt, County Londonderry (with hybrid working)n About Us n nLantra is a leading awarding body for land-based industries in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We develop quality training courses and nationally recognised qualifications, delivered through a network of training Provider Partners.n nWorking with a range of partners, we promote opportunities within the sector to an increasingly diverse audience. Each year, over 116,000 learners access our courses across the UK, addressing skills challenges and supporting businesses with innovative solutions.n nAs we go through an exciting period of growth, we are now looking for a Business Development and Account Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week.n The Benefits n n- Salary of £28,500 per annumn n- 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with servicen n- Flexible and hybrid working arrangementsn n- Defined contributory pension scheme or pension auto-enrolment schemen n- Professional development and career growth opportunitiesn n- Collaborative and friendly work environmentn n- Employee assistance schemen n- Hapi – employee benefits and wellbeing platformn n- Medical cash plansn n- Enhanced maternity and adoption payn n- Rewards for length of servicen n- Health and wellbeing events and initiativesn n- Free voluntary dayn n- Employee rewardsn n- Free parkingn n- Free drinksn nThis is an exciting opportunity for an experienced account management, customer relationship management or business development professional to join our growing organisation.n nYou’ll have the chance to build your commercial experience across a broad portfolio, strengthening your expertise whilst seeing the direct impact of your work on both engagement and business performance.n nWhat’s more, alongside hybrid working, you’ll benefit from professional development and career growth opportunities, a friendly and collaborative culture and a wide-ranging health, wellbeing and rewards package.n nSo, if you’re ready to uncover new opportunities and build your career within a respected organisation, read on and apply today.n The Role n nAs Business Development and Account Manager, you will grow and support our network of training Providers and Instructors across Ireland, driving customer satisfaction and sustainable business growth.n nManaging a portfolio of Providers, you will build strong relationships, develop account plans and promote our products, services and programmes to increase engagement and income. You will also identify new business opportunities, recruit new Providers and help expand our geographical coverage.n nSupporting the growth and development of our Instructor network, you will identify skills gaps and emerging training needs while helping existing Instructors broaden their delivery capabilities.n nAdditionally, you will:n n- Conduct Provider account reviews and maintain accurate recordsn n- Undertake quality assurance visits and Instructor observationsn n- Produce QA reports and monitor corrective actionsn n- Support exhibitions, conferences and sector eventsn n- Provide secretarial support for Lantra Council meetingsn About You n nTo be considered as a Business Development and Account Manager, you will need:n n- Experience of account management, customer relationship management or business developmentn n- Experience building and maintaining professional relationships with customers or stakeholdersn n- Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlinesn n- Experience maintaining accurate records and monitoring actions through to completionn n-Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and CRM-type systemsn n- To be educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experiencen n- A full, valid driving licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel throughout Irelandn nThe closing date for this role is 26th October 2026.n nOther organisations may call this role Business Development Manager, BDM, Sales and Account Manager, Commercial Manager, Commercial Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager, Customer Relationship Manager, Key Account Manager, or Regional Account Manager.n nWebrecruit and Lantra are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.n nSo, if you’re ready to take your next step as a Business Development and Account Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.n n JBRP1_UKTJ
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