Business development Officer - Part Time

Unique Senior Care; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care service provider in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull is seeking a commercially experienced professional to drive business development and community engagement. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Responsibilities include networking with local organizations, enhancing brand awareness, and supporting recruitment efforts. A competitive salary and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Flexible working pattern

Supportive team environment

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Background in sales, marketing, client relationship management, or business development.
• Retired professionals or parents returning to work with previous commercial experience.
• Outgoing personality with the ability to engage with diverse individuals.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local businesses and healthcare professionals.
• Implement strategies for brand awareness in the community.
• Support recruitment efforts by promoting vacancies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Relationship building

Commercial awareness

Digital confidence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

This role blends business development, marketing, and community engagement. Key responsibilities include:

Are you a commercially experienced professional, perhaps recently retired or a parent looking to return to the workplace, who still thrives on making connections and driving results? If so, Unique Senior Care would love to hear from you.

We re not necessarily looking for someone from a care backgroundwe re looking for someone with a strong commercial mindset, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to build relationships. Ideal for:

Responsibilities

• Business Networking & Outreach:
  • Build strong, lasting relationships with local businesses, organisations, community groups, GPs, and healthcare professionals.
  • Represent Unique Senior Care at events, networking functions, and community outreach opportunities.
  • Raise awareness of our Live-in Care and Hourly Care services, generating enquiries from prospective clients and care professionals.
• Commercial Growth & Brand Awareness:
  • Develop and implement creative strategies to grow our presence and reputation across Solihull and surrounding areas.
  • Monitor local market trends and identify opportunities for new partnerships and referrals.
• Recruitment Support:
  • Support the recruitment team by promoting vacancies and encouraging caring individuals to join our team.
  • Use your communication skills to assist with outreach, social media, and job fair events.

Qualifications

• Retired professionals with backgrounds in sales, marketing, client relationship management, or business development.
• Parents returning to work who have previous experience in commercial roles and want to balance work and home life.
• A confident, outgoing personality and ability to engage with people from all walks of life.
• Commercial awareness and the drive to achieve results and targets.
• A self-starter attitude with excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Digital confidence comfortable using social media and Microsoft Office.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

What We Offer

• A meaningful role that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible working pattern to suit your lifestyle.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Free on-site parking.