Business Development Director

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Business Development Director – King Edward VII Hospital

Location: London

Permanent role

Competitive salary & benefits package

Full Time – 37.5 hours

We consider all types of flexibility, including locations, hours and working patterns.

Shape the Future of Private Healthcare as Business Development Director

King Edward VII Hospital, a leading private healthcare provider in London, is seeking an ambitious and strategic Business Development Director to join our Executive Team. This is a unique opportunity to drive commercial growth, lead innovation, and make a lasting impact on patient care and hospital success.

About the Role

As Business Development Director, you will:

• Lead and shape the hospital’s commercial strategy, aligning local objectives with the broader Bupa Health Services and Diagnostics & Secondary Care London strategy.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and income streams to drive sustainable growth.
• Build and strengthen relationships with key consultants, GPs, referrers, and stakeholders through structured networking and engagement programmes.
• Oversee market analysis and competitor benchmarking to inform commercial decisions and maintain a competitive edge.
• Develop and launch innovative clinical pathways and services, driving transformation and enhancing patient experience.
• Champion digital transformation and the adoption of AI to improve client and patient experience.
• Lead consultant and referrer engagement, recruitment, and satisfaction initiatives, ensuring alignment with hospital values and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee marketing and external communications, promoting the hospital’s brand and services within the private healthcare sector.
• Foster a culture of commercial excellence, continuous improvement, and high performance across the commercial team.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven track record of driving business development and commercial growth in healthcare or a similar environment.
• Strong leadership experience, ideally within private healthcare or related sectors.
• Experience of leading teams and functions of significant size and scale.
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills, especially with consultants and external partners.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and judgement.
• Experience in consultant engagement or relationship management is essential.
• Ability to develop and implement commercially viable strategies for sustainable growth.
• Strong analytical skills, able to interpret market and financial data to inform decisions.
• Adaptable and resilient, with a passion for innovation and digital transformation.
• Outstanding communication skills and a collaborative, can-do attitude.
• Commitment to the vision, values, and strategic aims of King Edward VII Hospital.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including mornings and evenings as required.

Why Join Us?

At King Edward VII Hospital, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking executive team dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare. You’ll have the autonomy to shape commercial strategy, drive innovation, and build lasting relationships that support our mission of operational excellence and outstanding patient care.

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