Business Development Partner
Defour Partnership Ltd
Leeds, GB
Exciting Opportunity: Business Development Partner Business Development PartnerLocation: Yorkshire (Hybrid)Salary: £46,000 - £50,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance Defour Partnership has partnered with a values driven innovative Social Care Charity supporting them in their recruitment for a Business Development Partner. Are you a strategic and dynamic professional with a passion for driving growth and innovation? We are seeking a Business Development Partner to support expansion and sustainability within the social care sector. This role is key in identifying new business opportunities, partnerships, and funding streams, working closely with leadership to develop and execute impactful strategies. Why Join Us? ? Hybrid Working - Blend of home, office, and external stakeholder engagement.? Exciting Growth Focus - Be at the forefront of innovation and expansion.? Professional Development - Shape the future of services within the sector.? Competitive Salary & Benefits - Including a car allowance and career progression opportunities. Role Overview As Business Development Partner, you will: Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, contracts, and partnerships. Conduct market research to identify trends and areas for expansion. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, commissioners, and NGOs. Lead proposal and bid writing, ensuring a high success rate in securing new opportunities. Collaborate across internal teams to align business development initiatives with organisational goals. Represent the organisation at events, conferences, and networking opportunities to strengthen partnerships. Monitor KPIs and business development performance, reporting insights to leadership. Who We re Looking For We are seeking a results-driven professional with:? Proven experience in business development, income generation, or partnership management.? Strong understanding of the social care sector, funding mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks.? Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.? Strategic thinking ability to develop and implement innovative solutions.? Experience in grant funding, contract bidding, and commercial growth strategies.? High level of organisation, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.? Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools. Apply Now! If you re passionate about growth, impact, and innovation in social care, we d love to hear from you.?? Apply today to be part of a team shaping the future of social care and business development!