Job Description

Head of Business Development - Adult Services

Location: Hybrid role - with the requirement to cover Midlands/Leicestershire/Derbyshire

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum

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Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving strategic growth within the health and social care sector?

I am seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Head of Business Development to join an exceptional provider and drive and deliver their achievable growth plans for person centred services for adults with learning disabilities, mental health diagnoses and complex behaviours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy aligned with growth objectives.
• Forge and enhance partnerships with Registered Providers to expand housing and service opportunities.
• Lead housing development projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with business goals.
• Innovate and introduce new service models to meet evolving healthcare demands.
• Create and manage referral strategies to improve service delivery and optimise capacity.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Local Authorities, commissioning teams, and partners in Adult Social Care and Housing.
• Represent the organisation at industry events, conferences, and forums to enhance brand presence and identify new opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align business development activities with operational capabilities.
• Manage budgets for growth initiatives, ensuring sustainability and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor KPIs to assess success and make data-driven decisions for future growth.
• Conduct market analysis and feasibility studies to inform strategic planning and investment.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing business development team, fostering innovation and collaboration.

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Have at least five years of experience leading business development in Adult Social Care (learning disabilities, mental health, supported living, residential care).
• Have proven success in building partnerships with Local Authorities and healthcare commissioners.
• Demonstrate strong strategic and analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and creating solutions.
• Be an expert in business planning to achieve sustainable growth and service delivery goals.
• Be an expert negotiator and communicator.
• Have experience working with Registered Providers, Housing Associations, and Developers.
• Possess solid commercial acumen
• Ability to manage multiple projects across various stages and locations.
• Deep understanding of commissioning structures within the Social Care sector.
• Degree-level qualification in business or a related field.

In return for your extensive skills, qualifications and experience, you will be rewarded with:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• Comprehensive training and induction programs.
• Clear career development and progression pathways.
• Funded qualifications and continuous learning opportunities.
• Reward and recognition schemes, including Employee of the Month and Spot Bonuses.
• Long service awards.
• Casual dress code.
• Enhanced paid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and compassionate reasons.
• Access to Health Assured Assistance Program.
• 28 days of paid holidays, including bank holidays.

Ready to join a reputable and recognised provider at an extensive time of growth and development? Click apply now to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

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