Business Development Manager
17 days ago
£35000–£45000 yearly
Full-time
London
Business Development Manager Job Description About Us:
We are a leading supported living care provider for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health conditions, and substance misuse. Our mission is to empower individuals by delivering high-quality, person-centered care and support in a safe, nurturing environment. We are committed to improving lives, fostering independence, and promoting inclusion within the community. Job Overview:
The Business Development Manager will play a critical role in driving the growth and expansion of our services. This individual will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and developing strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders in the adult care sector. The role requires a proactive and innovative approach to ensure that our supported living services reach those who need them the most. Key Responsibilities: - Identify New Business Opportunities: Research and identify opportunities for new supported living placements and service expansions, including tendering for contracts, working with local authorities, and networking with key stakeholders in the healthcare and social care sectors. - Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, local authorities, healthcare professionals, care teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the company is well-positioned for future business opportunities. - Tender and Proposal Development: Lead the preparation and submission of high-quality tenders and proposals for new business opportunities, ensuring compliance with regulations and tailoring proposals to meet the specific needs of clients. - Market Intelligence: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, funding changes, regulatory updates, and best practices within the supported living, learning disability, autism, mental health, and substance misuse sectors. Provide strategic insights to the leadership team to drive business decisions. - Develop Marketing Strategies: Work with the marketing team to develop and execute marketing strategies, including digital presence, events, and promotional materials that effectively communicate the company’s values, services, and impact. - Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work closely with the Operations, Care, and Quality teams to ensure that service delivery meets the needs and expectations of commissioners, clients, and families. - Contract Negotiation and Management: Negotiate terms and manage contracts to ensure the successful delivery of services in line with business objectives and client requirements. - Monitoring and Reporting: Track and report on business development activities, including pipeline management, sales targets, and revenue forecasts. Analyze and report on performance to senior leadership. Essential Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management within the health and social care sector, particularly in supported living or related services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, and/or substance misuse.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape, funding structures, and challenges within the supported living sector. Knowledge of the local authority commissioning process is a plus.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build rapport with a range of stakeholders, including senior executives, commissioners, and healthcare professionals.
- Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate contracts and secure new business opportunities with stakeholders.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a business development strategy aligned with the company's overall goals.
- Organizational Skills: Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Qualifications: A degree in business, healthcare management, social work, or a related field is desirable but not essential. Relevant industry certifications will be a plus. Desirable Attributes:
- Ability to understand and work within the unique challenges of the supported living and adult care sectors.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable adults and an understanding of person-centered care.
- A proactive, goal-oriented mindset with a passion for improving the lives of those in need.
- Strong networking abilities and experience working with diverse teams and community organizations. Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity for career progression and professional development.
- Flexible working hours and the possibility of hybrid working.
- Pension scheme.
- Access to health and wellbeing support programs.
- 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays). How to Apply:
If you are passionate about business development in the supported living sector and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
