Main characteristics
- Location
- Uxbridge, London
- Company
- Ashbrittle
- Employment type
- Permanent
- Category
- Construction / Skilled Trades
Job summary
We are currently recruiting for a leading international construction business who typically deliver hospital projects and a requirement for a Business Development Director has arisen. This role will be based in the UK head office but may require some international travel.Role Purpose:
As a Business Development Director you will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating our sales, marketing and new business teams, driving our growth strategies, identifying new business opportunities, and fostering key partnerships.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement strategic plans to expand the companys customer base and market presence.
* Manage our customer/ leads/ pipeline and create, maintain and manage databases ensure a long-term plan for sales database through suitable software platform/ CRM approach.
* Lead the business development team to achieve ambitious sales targets and revenue goals.
* Ensure our business development is structured to meet our sales and strategic growth targets and assist in recruiting talented staff to fill international sales and business development positions.
* Identify and nurture relationships with potential clients, and work with COO and CEO negotiating contracts and closing deals worldwide.
* Initiate and chair regular new business meetings providing monthly reports for COO and Board
* Liaise with UKEF, lending banks, government officials, Dept of Business & Trade (DBT), overseas government representatives including Ambassadors and High Commissioners and other stakeholders.
* Liaise with Marketing Director re marketing, websites, social media, brochures and presentations.
* Attend and host events
* Identify funding mechanisms, budgets, and assist to close contracts with new clients.
* Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities for innovation.
* Keep current with the UKEF, DBT and NHS including attending events, webinars and roadshows.
* Develop strategic and collaborative relationships with key NHS contacts and Healthcare England.
* Ensure a collaborative cross-functional approach with personnel including
* Medical Advisory Board, marketing, product development, and other teams to ensure alignment in execution of business strategies.
* Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on market analysis and business performance metrics.
* Monitor industry changes and competitor activity to adapt strategies accordingly.
* Analyse competitor data and performance across healthcare sectors.
Key Skills:
* Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.
* Proven track record of successful global business development, sales, or related experience within the healthcare consultancy, management and capital projects sector.
* Healthcare knowledge preferred and advantageous but not essential for the right candidate.
* Innovative approach bringing a unique approach per project/ lead.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a high-performing team.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
* Strategic thinker with the capacity to analyse complex data and make informed decisions.
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.
* Willingness to frequently travel for work.
* Fluency in a 2nd language (preferably Spanish, French or Arabic) would be preferred.
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please apply or to have a confidential discussion please call Robert Ferrari
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