Business Development Manager

Thomas Gray; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organisation in supported housing is seeking an experienced Business Development professional in Birmingham. Your role will involve developing partnerships with local authorities and agencies, maintaining relationships to promote accommodation services, and identifying future housing needs. Ideal candidates will possess skills in relationship building, have a background in related sectors, and demonstrate an empathetic approach. This position offers autonomy and long-term progression as the business expands.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing or temporary accommodation.
• Knowledge of housing processes and regulations.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Develop new partnerships with local authorities and agencies.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing partners.
• Promote accommodation services and support placements.

Skills

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

We are recruiting exclusively on behalf of a growing organisation within the supported and temporary housing sector. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Development professional who is motivated by building relationships and making a genuine social impact.

Working closely with the Director, you will be responsible for developing new partnerships with local authorities, councils and homeless referral agencies nationwide, while maintaining strong, long-term relationships with existing partners. You’ll play a key role in promoting accommodation services, supporting successful placements and identifying future housing needs across different regions to help shape business growth.

The ideal candidate will have experience within supported housing, temporary accommodation or a related sector, with a good understanding of housing processes, regulations and general maintenance issues. You’ll be confident, organised and able to work on your own initiative, with excellent communication and relationship building skills. A calm, empathetic and professional approach is essential.

This role would suit someone who thrives in a relationship‑led, purpose‑driven environment and is looking for autonomy, responsibility and long‑term progression as the business continues to expand.

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