We are going through an exciting period of focussed growth and are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Officer (FTC) to join our dynamic team and support the Head of Business Development to ensure our growth strategy and goals are delivered via organic growth of services, the launch of new services and growth via business acquisition.
As a Business Development Specialist, you will be responsible for researching, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing relationships with key stakeholders, and creating effective growth strategies. You will play a vital role in expanding our service base and achieving revenue targets. The ideal candidate is a proactive and results-oriented professional with a proven track record in business development and a passion for building successful partnerships. Ideally you will have experience of dealing with Local Authorities, HSCPs or similar public sector organisations as well as private and third sector organisations.
Key responsibilities:
Market Research
Market Expansion
Strategy Development
Relationship & Partnership Development
Tender & Proposal Preparation
Database Building & Management
Networking
Collaborative Working & Engagement
Reporting
What will you bring?
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Degree or equivalent in Business, Marketing, or related subject
Previous experience in a business development, sales support or similar role
Strong organisational and time management skills
Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office/SharePoint
Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Knowledge and experience of working with disabled people
Astute business and financial acumen
Enthusiasm for improving the lives of disabled people
What you need to know
This position is a fixed term contact - until 30th September 2025.
We encourage a work/life balance, so we’re open to discussing start and finish times that work around your life. You need to be within commutable distance of the central belt. You should also be able to regularly travel to visit our services across Scotland.
Due to travel requirements, having a driver’s licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this hybrid role.
Working with Capability Scotland brings you lots of benefits:
Competitive salary of £36,925.00 pa
37 days’ holidays per year.
Up to 8% company contribution pension scheme.
Up to 3 x annual salary death in service.
Free PVG checks throughout your employment.
Perks at Work – shopping discount scheme.
Cycle to work scheme.
24/7 employee assistance programme.
Working for us means you would qualify for Blue Light & Concert for Carer discounts
Applying to Capability Scotland
Applying to join our family is easy by clicking apply now. You’ll then hear from us within three weeks of the noted closing date. We’ll invite successful candidates to an interview so we can learn more about what makes each other tick, in a safe and secure way.
A full job description of this role is available by clicking here: Business Development Officer Aug 2024
For more information on this role, you can email Zoe Robertson on Zoe.Robertson@Capability.Scot
Closing date – 30th August 2024
General Information
Capability Scotland is committed to providing services which embrace diversity and which promote equality of opportunity. We are happy to consider job-share applications.
Capability Scotland is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people and conducts thorough pre-employment checks on all preferred candidates.
A copy of Capability Scotland’s Equality and Diversity Policy is available upon request from the HR Team.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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About Disability Confident
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