Business Development Advisor

• Hourly Rate: £18.37 PAYE / £22.79 LTD UMB
• Location: Erith, Kent
• Job Type: Temporary (Ongoing)

We are looking for an experienced Business Advisor to join a local authority team based in Erith, Kent. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales and be comfortable engaging with businesses within the Borough to discuss recruitment services, candidate support, and council-wide initiatives that benefit local businesses.

• Actively source employment opportunities for registered clients, including paid employment, work placements, work tasters, and trials.
• Utilise sales experience to engage with local businesses, promoting the service’s ability to assist with filling vacancies and providing ongoing support.
• Achieve targeted numbers of vacancies to meet jobseeker/client needs.
• Support local businesses with staff recruitment by promoting vacancies, CV matching, shortlisting, and organising assessment centres and interviews.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses through canvassing activities across various locations and sectors.
• Engage employers in pre-employment programmes and increase employer participation.
• Maintain relationships through regular contact, site visits, and newsletters.
• Contribute to networking, job fairs, employer events, and sector-based open days to widen the pool of potential applicants.

• Proven experience in a sales or business advisory role.
• Strong ability to communicate and engage with businesses and partner organisations.
• Experience in recruitment processes and employer engagement activities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work within a local authority and make a positive impact on the community.
• Flexible working arrangements.

To apply for this Business Advisor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Immediate start available for the right candidate.