Business Development Manager

Olive Recruit; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a passionate Business Development Manager to enhance their market position in healthcare. This role involves building strong relationships with stakeholders, developing comprehensive strategies, and driving sustainable growth. Candidates should possess significant business development experience, particularly in healthcare, along with excellent communication and negotiation skills. This position offers a hybrid work model and numerous employee benefits including generous holiday leave.

Benefits

25 days of paid holiday

8 days of paid Bank Holidays

Additional day off on birthday

Comprehensive support for job performance

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in business development or account management, preferably in healthcare.
• Demonstrated experience in tender writing and bid management.
• Familiarity with the UK healthcare system, particularly in the North of England.

Responsibilities

• Understand the health and social care market through research and engagement.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the customer base.
• Generate sales leads and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales target achievement

Tender writing

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in CRM systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

Public speaking

Job description

Business Development Manager

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid

Salary : £70 000 per year

Hours : 40 hours per week

Location : Yorkshire and North-East England

Job Scope :

Our client is seeking a passionate and driven Business Development Manager to join their Commercial Team. This role is critical to ensure the company remains a leading service provider in the North of England. As the Business Development Manager, you will represent the organization across key stakeholders, including Local Authorities and the NHS. You will develop a deep understanding of local Integrated Care Systems (ICS) and maintain strong relationships at all levels, including Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and Integrated Care Partnerships (ICPs). The Business Development Manager will stay ahead of developments within local health and social care systems, ensuring the company is well-positioned to adapt and thrive. Drawing on your proven experience managing the full sales cycle within the healthcare sector, or from working closely with neutral vendors, you will strengthen the companys market presence and drive sustainable growth across the region.

Key responsibilities for the Business Development Manager include understanding the health and social care market through research and engagement with Local Authorities and the NHS, developing and implementing strategic plans to expand the customer base, generating sales leads, identifying new business opportunities, building relationships with commissioners, delivering sales proposals, attending sales meetings, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve business objectives.

Do you have?

• A minimum of 5 years in business development or account management, preferably within the healthcare sector, with a proven track record of achieving sales targets and expanding client accounts.
• Demonstrated experience in tender writing and bid management processes.
• Familiarity with the UK healthcare system, particularly in the North of England, and an understanding of healthcare commissioning processes and structures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills, proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, strategic thinking, and experience in presentation and public speaking.
• Full UK driving license and access to your own car for work

Benefits :

• 25 days of paid holiday per year
• 8 days of paid Bank Holidays
• Additional day off on your birthday
• Comprehensive support to ensure confidence in job performance
• Opportunities for career progression and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) aligned with your career aspirations
• A comprehensive induction to support your integration into the role

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation guide 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.