Business Development Lead
Posted 1 day 13 hours ago by IRIS Recruitment
Business Development Lead
Birmingham / Hybrid Birmingham Mind Offices, Albert House
Salary: £32,691 (full time equivalent) £26,152 pro rata for 30 hours
Hours: 30 Hours per week
If you are driven to make a real difference in mental health and have experience in securing new funding in the voluntary sector, we want to hear from you. Join our client -the city s leading independent mental health charity - as their new Business Development Lead and help them shape the future of their services.
You will play a key part in their Business Development Department, supporting the Director of Business Development to write high-quality bids, manage re-tenders, develop business cases and drive new income opportunities. You will lead on Trusts and Grants Fundraising, build partnerships across the NHS and voluntary sector, and help shape innovative service models.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and support bid writing and tender applications (with a value up to £350k p.a.)
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Monitor tender portals for new opportunities and manage relationships with funders, commissioners, and partners in the voluntary sector
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Support income generation strategies for the charity, including fundraising and training as well as developing business cases for new projects
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Attend external events to grow partnership opportunities
About You:
You are someone who brings energy, initiative, and a sharp eye for detail to everything you do. With at least two years experience in business development, bid or grant writing, or contract management, you know how to get results. You care deeply about making a difference in mental health and enjoy working alongside others to create positive change.
Apply now to help them deliver Better Mental Health for All in Birmingham.
They are very proud of their diverse workforce and actively encourage applications from people that come from marginalised communities.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a conversation about the process, then please email them.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 23rd November 2025
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 1st December.