Business Development Manager

Thomas Gray Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing organisation in the housing sector is seeking an experienced Business Development professional to develop partnerships and promote accommodation services. Candidates should have experience in supported housing or temporary accommodation, with strong relationship-building and communication skills. This role offers the opportunity for autonomy and long-term progression as the business expands. Ideal for those who thrive in purpose-driven environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in supported housing, temporary accommodation, or a related sector.
• Good understanding of housing processes and regulations.
• Confident and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop new partnerships with local authorities and agencies.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing partners.
• Promote accommodation services and identify housing needs.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

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.

Ref: 4116AK