Play a pivotal role in driving sustainable occupancy and service growth for specialist residential ABI services.
Develop and strengthen relationships with Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and NHS partners.
Ensure placements are clinically appropriate, outcomes-focused and aligned to local system priorities.
Work closely with commissioners to understand market requirements for service development.
Assist with the creation of Business Case reports using operational knowledge and market intelligence.
Identify potential contract opportunities and progress as required.
Support the Marketing team in developing key materials that support growth.
Collaborate with the Bidding team to evaluate public sector tenders.

Strong analytical skills, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including report writing and presentation capabilities.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Experience in business development, commissioning, or referral management within NHS-facing health or social care services
Strong understanding of ICB structures, commissioning processes, and NHS pathways

Car allowance payment per month
25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day’s leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave entitlement increases based on length of service: 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
Length of service recognition awards – every 5 years
Employee Assistance Programme
Competitive Pension Scheme
Initial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role
‘My Possible Self’ App and health-related benefits
Online discounts and cashback rewards – Priory Perks
Smart Technology scheme (qualifying period)
Cycle to work scheme (qualifying period)
Smart Holidays (qualifying period)
Gym Flex (qualifying period)
Healthcare Cash Plan – Simply Health Scheme
Eye Care Vouchers
‘Cash for Colleagues’ – Employee referral scheme
Access to development opportunities
Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
Leadership & management development
Parental Leave Gift

Business Development Lead – Acquired Brain Injury, ABI

Key skills