Business Development Officer

BMC Appointments Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organisation is seeking a Business Development Officer in Gateshead. This role involves building partnerships within prisons and domestic abuse refuges in the North East. The ideal candidate should have strong relationship-building and communication skills, with a passion for community engagement. The position offers a salary of £28,860 per annum, plus travel expenses and pension contributions.

Benefits

Salary of £28,860 per annum

Potential to go permanent

Travel expenses

Pension contributions

Supportive team environment

Meaningful development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in community-based roles or similar outreach work.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Promote financial services and mobile app usage.
• Develop targeted marketing materials and campaigns.
• Represent the organisation at meetings and events.
• Work to targets aligned with business development strategy.

Skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Confident communication

Organisational skills

Job description

We’re working with a forward-thinking, community-focused organisation to recruit a Business Development Officer for a unique and impactful role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on building relationships, driving engagement, and making a real difference in people’s lives.

We’re working with a forward-thinking, community-focused organisation to recruit a Business Development Officer for a unique and impactful role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on building relationships, driving engagement, and making a real difference in people’s lives.

The Opportunity

This newly created position will focus on developing and nurturing partnerships within prisons and domestic abuse refuges across the North East. You’ll be the face of a trusted service, helping vulnerable individuals access safe and secure money management solutions.

You’ll work closely with prison and refuge personnel, local authorities, and community partners to grow awareness and engagement, ultimately expanding the organisation’s reach and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in prisons and refuges
• Promote financial services and membership benefits, including mobile app usage
• Develop marketing materials and campaigns tailored to the target audience
• Represent the organisation at meetings and events, driving engagement and reputation
• Work to targets aligned with the wider business development strategy
• Travel across the North East to meet partners and attend events (expenses covered)

What We’re Looking For

• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills
• Experience in community-based roles or similar outreach work
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential)

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £28,860 per annum, potential to go permanent
• Travel expenses and pension contributions
• Supportive team environment and meaningful development opportunities
• The chance to make a tangible impact across various communities

If you’re passionate about community engagement and want to be part of a mission-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please get in touch directly.

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