Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid

Salary: £70 000 per year

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: North-West England

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to join their Commercial Team and support continued growth across the Northwest of England. This is a key regional role, ideal for a confident business development professional with strong knowledge of the health and social care landscape and a proven ability to build and sustain strategic relationships.

About the Role

In this role, you will represent the organisation across a wide range of external stakeholders, including Local Authorities, the NHS, and wider health and social care partners. You will develop a strong understanding of local Integrated Care Systems (ICS), working closely with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and Integrated Care Partnerships (ICPs) to identify opportunities and strengthen the organisation’s presence across the region.

You will play a central role in identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic growth plans, and positioning the organisation as a trusted service provider. Working collaboratively with internal teams, you will lead on market engagement, tender activity, and proposal development, ensuring the organisation remains responsive to local and regional commissioning priorities.

Key Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, Local Authorities, the NHS, and key decision-makers across the Northwest.

* Monitor and analyse developments within local health and social care systems,

* including ICS structures and commissioning priorities.

* Identify and generate new business opportunities, sales leads, and partnerships to support regional growth.

* Lead on tender writing, bid management, and the preparation of high-quality sales proposals.

* Attend sales meetings, stakeholder events, and regional forums to promote the organisation’s services.

* Collaborate closely with internal operational and commercial teams to align business development activity with service capacity and strategic objectives.

* Maintain accurate records of activity and performance using CRM systems and reporting tools.

About You

* At least five years’ experience in business development or account management, ideally within the health or social care sector.

* A proven track record of achieving sales targets and expanding client accounts.

* Demonstrated experience in tender writing and bid management processes.

* Strong understanding of the UK health and social care system, particularly across the Northwest, including commissioning structures.

* Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and presentation skills.

* Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office.

* A strategic, proactive approach with the ability to build credibility and influence at all levels.

* Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes.

Benefits

* 25 days of paid holiday per year

* 8 days of paid Bank Holidays

* Additional day off on your birthday

* Comprehensive support to ensure confidence in job performance

* Opportunities for career progression and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) aligned with your career aspirations

* A comprehensive induction to support your integration into the role

At Olive Recruit, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and promotes inclusivity. Our core values, Integrity, Impact, Inclusivity, and Innovation, guide our efforts to create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to excel.

As a recruitment agency, we prioritise sourcing and placing diverse candidates with our clients, recognising that diverse perspectives are essential for business success and inclusive work environments.

We take great pride in celebrating the unique backgrounds and experiences of our team members and candidates. By embracing these different perspectives, we not only create a great place to work but also better serve our clients. Your individuality is what makes our team strong.

Join us in championing our values and building a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to share this commitment and participate fully in safeguarding training and processes.

The successful applicant will undergo a free enhanced disclosure from the disclosure barring service & other compliance checks required