Business Development Manager
Location: Hybrid remote in West Midlands
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per year
Expected Hours: 40 per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday (No weekends)
Leader Group is excited to be partnering with a leading and growing supported accommodation client to support their recruitment efforts. Our client is a renowned provider of high-quality, personalised support services for adults and young people. They are committed to promoting independence, dignity, and respect for every individual in their care. Their tailored services include 24-hour support, accommodation, assistance with daily living activities, and community integration.
We are seeking a motivated and driven Business Development Manager to join our client's team. This role requires a proactive and results-oriented individual who is passionate about driving growth and building relationships within the mental health and learning disability sector.
About the Role:
As a Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our client's presence and impact across the West Midlands and Southwest England. You will work closely with local councils, commissioning teams, education providers, and other key stakeholders to secure new care packages and maximise the use of our services. Your focus will be on driving occupancy growth across adult and children's homes while developing strategic partnerships that strengthen our reach and reputation. This is an exciting opportunity to combine strategic thinking with hands-on relationship building, all while being supported by a company that shares your passion for improving the lives of people in their care.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Build strong relationships with local authorities, councils, and healthcare partners.
2. Develop and implement strategies to fill vacancies and drive occupancy across all services in line with CQC and Ofsted compliance.
3. Identify opportunities for growth through market research and trend analysis.
4. Create tailored proposals and presentations to win new care packages.
5. Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
6. Represent the organisation at industry events and expand the network.
7. Provide tender writing services and review processes.
Essential Criteria:
1. Significant experience in business development, sales, or account management within health and social care.
2. Established network within the supported living sector.
3. Strong understanding of CQC regulations and Ofsted processes.
4. Proven success in achieving sales targets and driving growth.
5. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
6. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
7. Self-motivated and highly organised, capable of managing a complex sales cycle.
8. Experience using CRM systems and tools like Microsoft Office.
9. A degree in Business, Healthcare Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Why Join Us?
1. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the supported accommodation sector.
2. Work with a dynamic and growing organisation that prioritises high-quality care.
3. Hybrid working model providing flexibility.
4. Competitive salary with performance incentives.
If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for business development and a deep understanding of the supported accommodation sector, we would love to hear from you!
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