Business Development Executive

Location: Orpington office base + Field Based Days out 
Salary: Competitive Salary depending on experience in the sector.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent/ Part/Time 

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Business Development Executive to join our team.

The Role

As a Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in driving company growth by identifying new business opportunities, generating leads, and building strong relationships with prospective clients within the healthcare, social care sector and wider local community for private paying clients.  

• This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is confident, self starter, and enjoys speaking with people.

• Develop new professional relationships and ensure high satisfaction and retention.

• Working with the CEO in negotiating contracts, rates, and terms with clients, ensuring agreements meet GL standards.

• Proactive with client queries and resolve issues promptly to maintain excellent service levels.

Business Development:

• Identify opportunities for new client engagement and service expansion.

• Support tender responses, proposals, and presentations to secure new contracts.

• Work closely with the CEO to implement strategies that grow the client base.

• Attend events, recruitment shows, and care shows to promote Georgina Lawrence.

• Make and attend client visits at least three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursday).

• Provide report on visits made

• Lead marketing initiatives, including maintaining a strong LinkedIn presence for GL healthcare.

• Follow up private client enquiries and hand over to coordinators for assessments. 

  General Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activity and client interactions using CRM systems.

• Ensure all recruitment and client processes comply with company policies, NHS standards, CQC regulations and relevant legislation.

• Provide reports and updates to management as required

Requirements:

• Previous experience in business development, recruitment, in the health and social care sector is required. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Confident telephone manner and relationship-building ability

• Self-motivated, organised, and target-driven

• Strong IT skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Healthcare /Social Care recruitment experience is preferable

• Must have a Driving License and access to your own car

General Responsibilities:

• Address customer service queries from clients and candidates promptly, providing professional and effective solutions.

• From time to time you will be required to support recruitment and bookings for holiday cover

• Other tasks may be required for business needs.