At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead business development, manage bids, and drive growth in a dynamic environment.
- Company: A growing organisation seeking a strategic leader in Watford.
- Benefits: Full travel expenses covered, leadership role with significant impact.
- Other info: Opportunity for career advancement in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make an immediate impact and shape the future of the business.
- Qualifications: Proven track record in winning bids and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
If you are an experienced Head of Business Development we have a new role we would like to discuss with you. This role will provide leadership, commercial expertise, and stability during a key period of growth and transition. Please note this role requires onsite attendance in Watford and travel to sites across the UK which will be fully expensed.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will take ownership of an established business development function, lead a small team, support live opportunities, and drive the successful delivery of major bids and tenders across public and private sector markets.
Key Requirements- Proven track record of winning and delivering complex bids and tenders.
- Strong commercial, analytical, and financial modelling skills.
- Experience developing bid pricing, revenue models, and cost models.
- Senior leadership experience with the ability to quickly assess, support, and improve an existing function.
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Experience working within complex commercial, operational, or service-led environments.
- Take ownership of the business development function from day one.
- Support and develop the existing team.
- Strengthen commercial and financial modelling capability.
- Ensure effective delivery of live opportunities and strategic growth initiatives.
- Leave the department in a strong position for a future permanent appointment.
This role would suit an experienced Business Development Director, Commercial Director, Bid Director, Head of Growth, or Head of Business Development looking to make an immediate impact within a growing organisation.
Head of Business Development employer: Devonshire Hayes Recruitment
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation in Watford as the Head of Business Development, where you will play a pivotal role in driving growth and leading a dedicated team. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that values innovation and professional development, offering extensive opportunities for career advancement and skill enhancement. With full travel expenses covered and a focus on impactful projects across both public and private sectors, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Devonshire Hayes Recruitment Recruitment Team
