Head of Commercial

Achieve together; Taunton; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care organization is seeking a highly skilled Head of Commercial to enhance service delivery and drive organizational growth. You will partner with stakeholders to maximize opportunities and ensure compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in business or finance and extensive experience in commercial roles within the sector. Join us for a rewarding career that makes a difference.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing education and professional development

Employee welfare and wellbeing programs

Recognition schemes and team events

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial roles, preferably within Social Care.
• A proven track record of driving growth and expansion.
• Ability to develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations Director to maximize opportunities.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders.
• Oversee operational delivery of new developments.

Skills

Sales and business development

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in business, finance, or a related field

Job description

Location: Remote, South area

Hours:

About Us

Are you looking for a career that makes a real difference? A role with Achieve Together might be the perfect opportunity for a long-lasting, rewarding career in the social care sector.

We are seeking team members who are passionate about supporting people, helping our Operations teams deliver excellent care and support, and celebrating achievements.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Head of Commercial to join our community hub team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's core operations and ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Operations Director to identify and maximise opportunities by working with the people we support, their families, commissioners, operations, and community hub team members.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with Commissioners, Local Authorities, ICBs, and Housing Associations (in partnership with the Housing Manager).
• Collaborate with the Heads of Areas and Assessment and Placement Managers to achieve 95%+ occupancy and eliminate long-term voids.
• Work with the Head of Pricing, Senior Pricing, Data Partner, and Home Managers to ensure Care Needs Assessments are completed accurately and timely for fee negotiations.
• Coordinate with the Head of Pricing and Finance Business Partner to ensure placements are sustainably priced, balancing cost-effectiveness with quality and safety.
• Oversee the operational delivery of new developments, ensuring they are completed on time and align with the approved business case.
• Identify opportunities for growth through new developments in collaboration with the Head of New Developments.
• Assess and transform homes requiring repurposing or redesigning in partnership with relevant teams.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in commercial roles, preferably within Social Care or similar sectors.
• A proven track record of driving growth and expansion.
• Strong skills in sales and business development.
• Strategic thinking with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to develop and maintain key stakeholder relationships.

Benefits:

At Achieve Together, we view this as more than a job—it's the start of your career journey. With 75% of managers promoted internally, this is a great opportunity to grow and reach your potential. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Wagestream financial health app for optional pay advances
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities
• Employee welfare and wellbeing programs
• Counseling services and mental health support
• Recognition schemes, team events, and social activities
• Discount schemes across retailers and services
• Incentive programs like Refer a Friend, Employee of the Month, and Heroes Awards
• A supportive, inclusive work environment valuing employee wellbeing
• Team building and social engagement opportunities

Apply Now!

We value your passion for making a positive impact as much as your experience. We provide comprehensive training and support—just bring your enthusiasm and desire to make a difference. If you're ready to start or continue your career in care with us, we want to hear from you!