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You’ll identify opportunities to grow our services, maximise contracting opportunities and strengthen Priory’s position as a provider of choice.\nWorking closely with Priory’s Bid, Operational and Service Development teams, you’ll help shape future services in line with the NHS 10 Year Health Plan and government priorities for drug and alcohol services. You’ll play a key role in developing collaborative pathways that support patients to return home or transition into community-based services.\nThis role would suit someone who has experience working with a prime provider or delivery partner within a collaborative contract would be beneficial, as would experience across sectors such as healthcare, local government, education, public sector outsourcing or the charity and voluntary sector.\n\nA full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.\n\nPlease note, internally this role is knwon as Service Development Manager and this is what the contractual job title will be. \n\nWhat you'll be doing\nYou’ll build relationships with commissioners, public sector organisations and delivery partners to identify opportunities for Flourish, develop new referral pathways and support sustainable service growth.\n Key responsibilities will include:\nDeveloping relationships with local authorities, regional and national government, charities, prime providers and other partner organisations.\nIdentifying framework contracts, tender opportunities and collaborative partnerships to support service growth and secure new funding.\nMonitoring referral activity and Average Daily Census (ADC) performance, identifying opportunities to improve service utilisation.\nRepresenting Flourish at local, regional and national meetings, sharing market intelligence and emerging opportunities with internal teams.\nResearching commissioning priorities, local needs and funding changes to inform service development plans.\nWorking with the Marketing team to promote Flourish services and increase awareness of our pathways.\nCollaborating with colleagues across Operations, Finance, HR, Estates and Service Development to maximise opportunities for growth.\nBuilding effective links between external partners and operational teams to support high-quality service delivery and the development of pathways across Priory.\nWhat you'll bring to the role\nYou’ll be a commercially minded and proactive business development professional, confident building relationships, identifying opportunities and turning them into tangible results. You’ll understand the importance of effective partnerships in delivering high-quality services and be motivated to support the growth of Flourish.\n You’ll also bring:\nExperience of consultative and transactional sales, with the ability to grow existing services and develop new business opportunities.\nExperience of building relationships with a range of stakeholders, including commissioners, partner organisations and senior decision-makers.\nAn understanding of partnership working, direct contracting, framework agreements and collaborative service delivery.\nStrong commercial acumen, with the ability to identify opportunities that support sustainable growth and financial performance.\nExcellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders and represent Flourish externally.\nThe ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to support high-quality service delivery.\nStrong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and deliver against agreed objectives.\nA proactive, adaptable approach to problem-solving, with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently in challenging situations.\n\nExperience working with a prime provider or delivery partner within a collaborative contract would be beneficial, as would experience across sectors such as healthcare, local government, education, public sector outsourcing or the charity and voluntary sector.\nWhat we will give you in return\nWe want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. 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We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.\nCar Allowance £4,200\n25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day’s leave for your Birthday! \nAnnual leave entitlement increases based on length of service: 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service\nLength of service recognition awards - every 5 years\nEmployee Assistance Programme \nInitial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role\n‘My Possible Self’ App and health-related benefits \nOnline discounts and cashback rewards - Priory Perks\nSmart Technology scheme (qualifying period)\nCycle to work scheme (qualifying period)\nSmart Holidays (qualifying period)\nGym Flex (qualifying period)\nHealthcare Cash Plan - Simply Health Scheme\nEye Care Vouchers\n‘Cash for Colleagues’ - Employee referral scheme \nAccess to development opportunities\nSponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual 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