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Head of Business and Development (Care and Support)


Company : Iris Recruitment


Location : London, England


Created : 2025-02-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Head of Business and Development (Care and Support) Home working, with the ability to travel to emh offices and other premises as required 60,000 per annum Hours 35 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm About our client Our client is one of the largest providers of affordable homes and support services in the East Midlands. They pride themselves in providing high quality homes and services that contribute to sustainable communities. Their vision is to be the best social housing and care business in the country, leading the market as service provider and employer. Their values Their values are important to them and theyre looking for people who can help live their values of Integrity, Diversity, Openness, Accountability, Clarity and Excellence. The role They are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for anew Head of Business Development to join their dynamic team at Care & Support. You will report directly to the Executive Director of Care & Support and will be an integral member of the Care & Support Senior Leadership Team. Collaboration with Operations, Quality & Compliance, Finance, and People Team colleagues will be essential to your success. About You: By taking on this role, you will be expected to demonstrate a high level of flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to personal and professional growth. Your willingness to travel, adhere to policies, and contribute to the overall success of the organisation will be crucial to your success in this position. About the Role: Identify and Develop Opportunities: You will play a crucial role in identifying and developing new business opportunities that are not only profitable but also contribute to the long-term financial viability of Care & Support. Manage Key Client Relationships: Build and nurture relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including commissioners in health and social care, funders, property developers, and partners in the education and voluntary sectors. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead cross-functional teams to foster sustainable, long-term growth, ensuring alignment across various departments. Market Insight: Stay ahead of emerging sector trends by understanding funder commissioning plans and priorities, as well as provider base intelligence. Strategic Partnerships: Propose and develop strategic partnerships that align with their mission and objectives. Shape Long-Term Objectives: Help shape the companys long-term objectives and devise actionable plans to achieve them. Brand Promotion: Conduct webinars and presentations to enhance the profile of their brand and services. Secure Framework Agreements: Work to secure places on framework agreements, approved provider lists, and open tenders to support the growth of both new and existing services. At Care & Support, they are committed to making a difference in their community. If you are ready to take on a leadership role that drives growth and innovation, apply today! You will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check for this role, which they will complete for the successful candidate. As the role is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, please can you ensure you detail both spent and unspent convictions on your application form. Company Benefits Their generous package includes: Competitive salary 34 days annual leave (including statutory days), increasing with length ofservice (pro-rata for part time) Contributory pension scheme Flexible working A wide range of training and development opportunities (we are an Investors in People accredited organisation) For further information, please find attached the Job Description. How to apply Please send an up- to-date CV with a cover letter of no more than 4 sides of A4 in total, detailing how you meet the requirements of the person specification. (Please note your covering letter and CV will need to be on the same document). Closing date for applications Sunday 2nd March 2025 They reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions, they would therefore recommend an early application TPBN1_UKTJ