Job Description:

Partnerships & Growth Manager (AO / EPA Focus)

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000

Location: United Kingdom (Remote)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a commercially driven professional with strong experience across Awarding Organisations (AO) and End-Point Assessment (EPA)? This is a great opportunity to take ownership of growth, build strategic partnerships, and play a key role in an organisation operating within the Ofqual-regulated qualifications and assessment space.

About the Company

You’ll be joining a well-established, forward-thinking organisation working closely with AOs, EPAOs, and assessment providers across the UK. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, and innovation, the business is recognised for its collaborative approach and deep understanding of the Ofqual and apprenticeship landscape.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary with strong earning potential
• Fully remote working with flexibility and autonomy
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• A collaborative, quality-driven culture aligned with Ofqual standards and best practice

About the Role

As a Partnerships & Growth Manager, you’ll be responsible for driving new business across the AO and EPA market, building long-term partnerships, and supporting commercial growth. You’ll engage with key stakeholders across Ofqual-regulated awarding organisations, EPAOs, and employers, promoting services that support apprenticeship delivery and assessment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and win new business opportunities within AOs, EPAOs, and the wider apprenticeship sector
• Promote End-Point Assessment (EPA) and awarding organisation services to new and existing clients
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting through to negotiation and contract award
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the Ofqual-regulated environment
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure delivery aligns with compliance, quality assurance, and Ofqual requirements
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets in line with business objectives

About You

• Proven experience in business development within Awarding Organisations (AO), EPAOs, or assessment providers
• Strong understanding of Ofqual regulations, apprenticeship standards, and End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and comfortable working remotely while managing your own pipeline
• Track record of delivering growth within the AO / EPA / qualifications sector
• Strong commercial awareness, with a clear understanding of compliance and quality frameworks

Apply Now

If you’re looking to step into a role where your knowledge of AOs, EPA, and Ofqual can make a real impact, this is an excellent opportunity to grow within a progressive and well-connected organisation.