Business Development Manager

Location:Scotland: Edinborough, North: Manchester, Southwest: Bristol

Job Scope:

We are seeking ambitious and dynamic Business Development Managers to join a fast-growing technology-driven organization that is transforming how staffing solutions are delivered within the health and social care sector.

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in expanding the company's presence across the UK, with available opportunities in Scotland, the North, and the South regions. This is a field-based position where you'll spend much of your time engaging with prospective clients such as care home managers, supported living providers, and mental health services. Your focus will be on building strong relationships, understanding client challenges, and demonstrating how innovative technology can help solve their staffing needs.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for generating and qualifying leads through outbound activity, conducting in-person meetings, and onboarding new customers to the platform. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, ensuring each client receives exceptional service and tailored solutions.

In this role, the Business Development Manager will also represent the company at industry events, develop a solid pipeline of opportunities, and continuously refine sales approaches through data insights and CRM tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with prospective customers through outbound prospecting.
• Qualify and converting inbound leads into new business opportunities.
• Conduct in-person meetings and product demonstrations with potential and existing clients.
• Identify customer challenges and tailor effective solutions to address their staffing needs.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and leverage insights to optimize performance.
• Attend sector events and represent the organization professionally.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and tech teams to enhance the customer experience.
• Continuously learn, innovate, and refine your approach to achieve long-term success.

Do you have?

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager, Sales Executive, or similar role.
• Strong understanding of the social care or healthcare industry.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
• Proficiency with CRM systems and an understanding of sales performance metrics.
• Self-motivated, driven, and curious, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Private healthcare insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave policy.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture.
• Flexible working arrangements that value work-life balance.
• Opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven company making a meaningful impact in the health and social care sector.

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.