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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in East London, are looking for an experienced Business Development Strategic Lead to join their team and play a crucial role in their HR and Traded Services Management operations. 

Position: Business Development Strategic Lead
Rate: £313 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (August 2026) with Possible Extension 

Job Purpose: 

• You will be part of the HR and Traded Services Management Team. You will oversee the procurement, management, and review of key HR contracts—such as managed service providers and HR systems—ensuring they consistently deliver exceptional value and performance.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Proactively identifying, promoting, and facilitating traded services
  opportunities to retain existing business and win new business.
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and
  sales strategy, including market research and competitor analysis.
• Conducting annual pricing reviews and cost-to-serve analyses
  to ensure services remain competitive and profitable.
• Overseeing tendering for all HR contracts and ensuring
  delivery meets expected standards and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Leading, mentoring, and nurturing the Business Development
  team to ensure high performance.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Private Sector Housing Officer role or equivalent.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful marketing
  and sales strategies within a service-oriented environment.
• While no mandatory qualifications are required, you may be qualified
  in business management or marketing, or hold a qualification in Project Management.
• Experience conducting cost-to-serve analysis, leading pricing
  reviews, and working effectively in a commercial environment.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

To explore other exciting opportunities or learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our website https://www.temptingrecruitment

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