Head Of Business Development

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

Job summary

A leading provider of complex care services is looking for a strategic Head of Business Development to expand national initiatives. This role involves developing a business strategy, building partnerships across healthcare, and leading a team, offering a salary of £65,000 - £75,000 with flexible remote working options.

Benefits

Remote working with flexible hours

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and private healthcare

Opportunities for continued professional development

Supportive, values-driven work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior business development role within health or social care.
• Understanding of the UK commissioning and funding landscape.
• Proven track record in securing contracts and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead national business development strategy and implementation.
• Secure new business opportunities in public and private sectors.
• Mentor a team of business development professionals.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Organizational skills

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.