Head of Business Development – Adult Social Care

Head of Business Development – Adult Social Care

Home-based (with some travel to services across Northamptonshire)

Salary circa £70,000 + £30,000 bonus available

We are currently working in partnership with a growing provider of adult complex care services to recruit an experienced Head of Business Development. This is a key strategic role within the organisation, focused on driving sustainable growth through strong local authority partnerships and effective referral management.

This opportunity would suit a commercially astute business development leader with an established presence in the Northamptonshire adult social care market, particularly someone who already has strong, trusted relationships with Northamptonshire Local Authority and a proven track record of converting referrals into successful placements.

The Role

• Lead and manage all business development activity across the Northampton area


• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with commissioners, brokerage teams, and key local authority stakeholders


• Manage and convert referrals efficiently, ensuring strong occupancy and sustainable growth


• Work closely with operational and quality teams to ensure placements are appropriate, high quality, and successful


• Support the organisation’s wider growth strategy, including service development and expansion

About You

• Proven experience in a senior business development role within adult social care


• Strong, existing relationships with Northamptonshire Local Authority (essential)


• Demonstrable success managing referrals within a growing care business


• Commercially minded, confident, and highly credible with external stakeholders


• Comfortable working remotely, with the flexibility to travel regularly to services

What’s on Offer

• Salary £70,000 Plus £30,000 bonus available


• Home-based role with autonomy and flexibility


• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping growth within a progressive provider


• Supportive senior leadership team with clear growth ambitions

This is an excellent opportunity for a business development professional who wants real influence, autonomy, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a growing adult care organisation.

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