Business Development Manager
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Job description
Business Development Manager
Job Types: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week
Salary: £60,000 per year
Location: Remote
Job Scope:
We are looking to recruit a Business Development Manager for Adult Services in the North of England. This is a home-based role with travel required throughout the region. As a Business Development Manager, you will collaborate with Operational Management, Divisional Directors, Finance teams, and the Group Executive to market and develop new and existing services. You will drive occupancy rates across various social care settings, working closely with Registered Managers to support the end-to-end referral process and build relationships with local and health commissioning authorities.
The Business Development Manager will oversee contract bids, tenders, and frameworks, ensuring the companys services meet strategic goals. You will act as the face of our client, promoting their values and standards while managing relationships with key stakeholders. Additionally, you will support marketing efforts, contribute to PR activities, and work with finance teams to ensure appropriate fees and payment terms.
This role requires strong leadership, business development experience, and a deep understanding of adult social care services.
Do you have?
- Proven experience as a Business Development Manager (BDM) within residential care, with a focus on young adults or complex care services.
- Demonstrated track record of success in developing new services, tendering for properties, and collaborating with commissioners.
- Strong communication skills and confidence in working with internal and external professionals.
Benefits:
- Bereavement Support, Counselling, support groups, resources
- Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 emotional, financial, legal support
- Suicide Awareness Training, Free awareness modules, advice
- FREE Online GP, 24/7 private consultations, prescriptions
- Health Cash Plan & Life Assurance
- Tips and resources for credit management
- Gym Discounts
- Home and gym workout tutorials
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Activities for you and your family
- Many more
At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core valuesIntegrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovationguide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.
As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.
We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.
Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.
The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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