Senior Business Development Manager Location: Home based with regular travel around assigned area and to Liverpool office Salary: £60k - £70k The Business Development Manager will work closely with Senior Management of Gray Healthcare (GHC) and in line with the organisations Business Development Strategy.Actively seeking opportunities to develop established and new commissioning relationships, grow our business, innovate, extend and enhance how the Company delivers care and support. With an exciting and ambitious growth plan that aims to greatly expand on our existing provision of services across many more locations over the coming years.We are seeking a number of dynamic and experienced Business Development Managers, with an in depth understanding of the health and social care sector. Particularly within complex community-based support for adults with mental health, learning disability and/or autism care and support needs. You will have a proven track record of achieving targets, driving growth, evidencing progress through measurable outcomes, and delivering exceptional customer service. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Business Development Manager: Employ a strong customer centric approach to facilitate appropriate referrals and opportunities for growth. Work independently and in conjunction with Senior Management to develop new business opportunities. Work closely with the Assessment and Contract Manager to ensure internal processes are followed particularly in the generation of costings for submission. Develop Key Relationships with ICBs/Trusts/NHS to raise brand awareness of GHC. Build, establish and maintain excellent working relationships with Social Workers, Care Managers, Consultants, Commissioning Managers, Ward Managers and Out of Area Placement Managers. Market Development in own assigned area being aware of competitor activity Work with the wider team to generate meetings with Social Workers, Care Managers, Consultants, Commissioning Managers, Ward Managers and Out of Area Placement Managers through phone calls and marketing campaigns. Skills and Experience required for the Senior Business Development Manager role: Experience of Working in Social Care in services for those with Learning Disabilities, Autism or Mental Health Needs. Minimum of three years experience in similar level role; proven successful wins post tender Understanding of ICBs, LA and NHS England commissioning and procurement procedures and practices. Strong leadership and negotiation skills; able to influence at a senior level Excellent communication skills both written, verbal, and IT skills Understanding of safeguarding and employer responsibilities Full UK Driving Licence and full access to a suitable vehicle Benefits: Highly competitive salary Company pension Professional development 25 days annual leave 1 day annual leave increase after 12 months Westfield healthplan £1500 retention bonus Blue light card About Us Gray Healthcare is a specialist Health and Social Care provider, supporting people with complex needs, disabilities and long-term conditions looking to step back into the community from in-patient support services.At Gray Healthcare, we offer our own dynamic approach to care, enabling people to move back into their own homes - into their own communities giving them control of their life.We create a bespoke support package for each individual, with support from our own multi-disciplinary team, adaptable to meet all current and future needs.