Community Partnership Manager (Temp to Permenant - Mid South Essex) in Basildon

About Medinet Group

Medinet Group is a dynamic healthcare organisation committed to delivering high-quality clinical services across the UK. Our integrated businesses – Medinet (insourcing), HealthHarmonie (community specialist services), and HealthHarmonie Minds (mental health and wellbeing services) – work collaboratively with NHS and healthcare partners to improve patient access, reduce waiting times, and drive innovation in healthcare delivery.

The Opportunity

We are now looking for a motivated and commercially driven Community Partnership Manager to join us on an initial 3‑month temporary contract, supporting the continued growth of our community healthcare services across Mid South Essex. For the right candidate, there may be potential for longer‑term or permanent opportunities in the future. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop a career in healthcare partnerships, business development, or account management within a growing healthcare organisation. You will play a key role in identifying and developing relationships with GP practices and healthcare stakeholders, helping to expand access to our services across the region. Success in this role will come from your ability to build strong relationships, generate new business opportunities, and confidently communicate the value of our services. The role is hybrid and will involve a combination of field‑based activity across Mid South Essex and remote working. The successful candidate should be comfortable travelling regularly for site visits, stakeholder meetings, presentations, and partnership‑building activities, alongside managing administrative responsibilities, lead generation, and follow‑up activity remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with GP practices and healthcare stakeholders
• Identify and assess suitable host sites for new and existing contracts
• Generate new business opportunities through outreach, networking, and cold‑calling activity
• Follow up on leads and convert prospects into active partnerships
• Develop a strong understanding of Medinet Group services, competitors, and healthcare market trends
• Deliver presentations and conduct site visits across the region
• Ensure excellent customer service and ongoing client satisfaction
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to support seamless service delivery
• Identify opportunities to improve account‑management processes and operational efficiency
• Think strategically and problem‑solve effectively when managing stakeholder challenges

About You

We are looking for someone who is ambitious, proactive, and confident building relationships in a fast‑paced environment. You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in business development, sales, account management, or partnership‑focused roles
• Experience within healthcare, NHS, or community services environments would be advantageous
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Confidence in cold‑calling and lead generation activity
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities independently
• A solution‑focused and commercially minded approach
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

What We Offer

• Hybrid working model
• Potential for longer‑term career opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within community healthcare services
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities

Equality and Diversity

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment on any grounds, including age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and sexual orientation. All employees are expected to uphold these values and report any concerns.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is fundamental to the success in all that we do. The organisation follows a Safer Recruitment process for all roles. Successful candidates will be subject to proportionate background, DBS, and reference checks as required. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all service users in line with statutory guidance, including the Mental Capacity Act 2005, ensuring that individuals are supported to make their own decisions wherever possible and that appropriate best interest decisions are made when required. We welcome applications from anyone regardless of age, disability, gender, race, or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.