Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (BDM) - Healthcare & Social Transport
Location: Manchester or Birmingham
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to 65,000 per annum, negotiable for right person

A growing specialist transport provider is seeking a Business Development Manager (BDM) to lead strategic growth in two key areas:

• Non-Emergency Patient Transport (NEPT)
• Specialist & Vulnerable Passenger Transport

This role is ideal for someone with a background in healthcare, social care, or public sector transport who can develop new opportunities, manage tenders, and build strong stakeholder relationships across NHS Trusts, ICBs, and Local Authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in healthcare and social transport sectors
• Lead bids, tenders, and proposals in collaboration with internal teams
• Build and maintain relationships with public sector stakeholders (e.g. NHS, ICBs, councils)
• Track industry trends and align business strategy accordingly
• Support smooth handover from sales to operations

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or tendering
• Knowledge of healthcare transport, social care logistics, or related public services
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience managing end-to-end tender processes
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide

Benefits Package

• Private Healthcare - Bupa (Single Cover)
• Tusker Car Scheme Access
• Pension - Up to 8% employer matching
• Death in Service - 3x annual salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Due to the nature of this role ALL successful applicants would go through an initial pre-screening answering the standard questions prior to Enhanced Level 2 MOJ vetting taking place. Level 2 vetting is lengthy and covers, Personal data, address & work history also financial & social media history & of course criminal history

Apply now to join a purpose-led organisation making a difference in people's lives across the UK

Emma Smith- Principle Recruiter - (phone number removed)
Brook Street (UK) Limited

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.