Business Development Director

2 months ago


Leeds, United Kingdom Charity Horizons Full time

“Leeds Mind has been invaluable to my recovery” [Lauren, 28]

1 in 4 people will experience mental health difficulties at some time, and Leeds Mind provides invaluable help and support to those who need it. The charity promotes positive mental health and wellbeing, and with their core values at the heart of all they do, Leeds Mind is not just positively impacting communities across Leeds, but is also a wonderful place to work.

Do you want to play an integral role in an organisation enabling people across Leeds to live life independently and form part of a team that is dedicated to transforming lives for the better?

We are looking for a Business Development Director to take on this pivotal role and lead this integral team.

The Role

As Business Development Director you will have strategic responsibility for income and growth across the charity. Duties will include:

Leading on the income generation, communications and marketing strategy. Developing key partnerships with new and existing stakeholders. Leading the tendering and partnership processes to fulfil strategic objectives. Developing and implementing strategies to drive all income streams to achieve growth. Inspiring and motivating a team of dedicated, ambitious and talented individuals.

The Person

We are looking for a visionary leader An experienced, motivating and influential individual who is passionate about the values, ethos and mission of the charity. The skills and experience we are looking for include:

Experience in a leading and delivering an organisational growth strategy, in either a charity or business context.  A good understanding of bid framework, commissioning and tendering. Proven experience of devising, managing, and implementing a budget and of financial modelling. Experience developing and implementing income generation strategies and of diversifying income.

Perhaps most importantly, you should possess a commitment to the invaluable work of this incredible charity, and a desire to live the charity’s values of being Open, Supportive, Brave, Connected, and Resourceful.

Why Leeds Mind

Not only is Leeds Mind hugely passionate about the incredible impact it has on changing lives across Leeds every year, the charity also puts significant emphasis on staff welfare. Leeds Mind has a hugely reputable, positive organisational culture and is known for being compassionate, kind and supportive, ensuring all staff feel valued and respected in their roles. The charity also has a focus on personal welfare and promotes a positive work life balance through its inherent flexible approach.

If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Charlie or Leanne at Charity Horizons.

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this. Also, please let us know if you require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.



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