Interim Head of Business Development & Partnerships

Together Trust Centre; Stockport; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization based in Stockport seeks an Interim Head of Business Development to lead and improve its business development approach. Responsibilities include overseeing the bidding process, engaging with stakeholders, and aligning opportunities with strategic goals. The ideal candidate should possess significant public sector experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in bidding. The role comes with a salary of £48,022 and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus public holidays

Generous pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Significant senior experience in commissioning or business development.
• Proven track record of developing successful proposals and bids.
• Understanding of public sector commissioning and procurement routes.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible interim leadership for business development.
• Develop and maintain a Trust-wide opportunity pipeline.
• Lead proactive engagement with stakeholders to shape specifications.
• Own the end-to-end bid process ensuring compliance and timing.
• Create and embed a practical bid governance approach.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic partnership development

Problem analysis

Bid development

Education

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Job description

A charitable organization based in Stockport seeks an Interim Head of Business Development to lead and improve its business development approach. Responsibilities include overseeing the bidding process, engaging with stakeholders, and aligning opportunities with strategic goals. The ideal candidate should possess significant public sector experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in bidding. The role comes with a salary of £48,022 and comprehensive benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.