Role: Business Development Manager

Sector: Supported Accommodation - 18+ Learning Disabilities & Mental Health

Salary: Up to £45,000pa (DOE)

Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

Type: Office Based

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults? We are looking for a Business Development Manager to lead and expand a CQC-regulated supported accommodation services for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities and mental health needs in Stockport.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Growth: Develop and execute strategies to expand the supported accommodation services by identifying and securing new placements. This includes writing high-quality, successful bids and tenders to local authorities and other funding bodies.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Leverage your established relationships with local authorities and commissioners to forge strong partnerships and drive growth. Develop new connections within the sector to open doors for further business opportunities.

• Property & Care Plan Coordination: Work closely with property development managers to ensure that the right care packages are aligned with suitable properties, ensuring smooth transitions and appropriate accommodations for individuals.

• Financial Accountability: Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance related to business development and contracts, ensuring that services are delivered in a cost-effective and efficient manner while maintaining quality.

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Proven Business Development Expertise: A strong track record in business development within the health or social care sector, particularly in supported living or similar services.

• Bid Writing & Tender Management: Extensive experience in writing bids and managing tenders successfully, with a solid understanding of the nuances of local authority procurement processes.

• Strong Relationships with Local Authorities: A well-established network within local authority circles, including commissioners and other key decision-makers, which you can leverage to promote our services.

• Property Matching Expertise: Experience in matching care plans with suitable accommodation, ensuring the individuals we support are placed in properties that meet both their physical and emotional needs.

• CQC Knowledge: Knowledge of CQC regulations and requirements to ensure the services not only comply but excel in quality standards.

• Collaborative Leadership: Ability to work closely with internal teams, such as property developers and care managers, to ensure a holistic and seamless approach to service delivery.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: A competitive package reflecting your experience and the importance of the role, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a growing and dynamic company.

• Impact: A chance to truly make a difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health challenges.

If you're an experienced Business Development Manager or skilled registered manager with a passion for improving lives through supported accommodation and have a solid understanding of the health and social care sector, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now to be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional care and expanding services for those in need.