Head of Business Development for leading CQC provider

Head of Business Development - Adult Services

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

Contract Type: Permanent

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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.