Head Of Business Development

Leaders In Care Ltd; London; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of complex care services in the UK seeks a strategic Head of Business Development. This pivotal role involves developing a national growth strategy, securing partnerships, and leading a team to expand services in healthcare. The position offers a competitive salary, remote work flexibility, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and private healthcare

Opportunities for continued professional development

Supportive, values-driven working environment

Remote working with flexible hours

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a senior business development role within health or social care.
• Deep understanding of the UK commissioning and funding landscape.
• Proven track record of securing new contracts and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a national business development strategy.
• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities across sectors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Capabilities

Job description

Location: Remote (occasional UK travel required)
Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 per annum + benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

A leading provider of complex care services is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Head of Business Development to lead national growth initiatives and build strong partnerships across the healthcare landscape.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established, clinically led organisation that delivers bespoke, high-quality care for individuals with complex health needs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in expanding the organisation’s footprint while upholding its commitment to person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a national business development strategy aligned with organisational objectives

• Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities across both public and private sectors

• Build and maintain strong relationships with NHS bodies, ICBs, local authorities, case managers, and other key stakeholders

• Manage and mentor a small team of business development professionals

• Support tendering processes, bids and proposals with a strategic and commercially aware approach

• Collaborate closely with clinical, operational and marketing colleagues to ensure a cohesive client experience

• Monitor and respond to market developments, ensuring a proactive and competitive approach to business growth

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrable experience in a senior business development role within health or social care — ideally with a focus on complex care, continuing healthcare (CHC), or community-based services

• Deep understanding of the UK commissioning and funding landscape

• Proven track record of securing new contracts and partnerships

• Strong leadership skills and experience managing or mentoring a team

• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, negotiation and presentation skills

• Strategic thinker with excellent organisational and analytical capabilities

• Willingness to travel occasionally across the UK as required

What’s on Offer

• Salary: £65,000 – £75,000, dependent on experience

• Remote working with flexible hours

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme and private healthcare

• Opportunities for continued professional development

• A supportive, values-driven working environment

If you are a driven and experienced business development professional seeking to make a tangible difference in the complex care sector, we welcome your application.