Job Title: Business Relationship Manager
Location: Edinburgh City Centre (Hybrid)
Reports to: Head of Business Development
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 (Dependent on experience)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you a passionate relationship builder who drives impactful partnerships? Join Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland as our Business Relationship Manager and help transform lives across Scotland!
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About Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland?
At Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS), we strive to improve the quality of life for people in Scotland affected by chest, heart, and stroke conditions. Our mission is to ensure that everyone living with these conditions gets the support they need. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated organisation committed to making a real difference in people’s lives.
We are now seeking a Business Relationship Manager to drive and manage partnerships with businesses across Scotland. This role is key to increasing awareness, generating income, and building meaningful corporate relationships that will help us continue our vital work.
What will you do as Business Relationship Manager?
The Business Relationship Manager will play a pivotal role in driving income growth and expanding the reach of Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland (CHSS). This role involves identifying, cultivating, and securing new business opportunities, including strategic and operational partnerships, grant funding, and other income streams. You will work closely with the Head of Business Development to implement strategic initiatives that align with the CHSS’s mission to improve the quality of life for people affected by chest, heart, and stroke conditions in Scotland. Key responsibilities include:
Develop and Implement Strategy – Create and execute a strategic plan for engaging with businesses across Scotland to build lasting partnerships and maximise income.
CRM System Management – Oversee the accurate recording, analysis, and reporting of all partnership activities within our CRM system to drive data-driven decision-making, support relationship-building efforts, and ensure team members effectively utilise the system.
Relationship Management – Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing business partners while identifying opportunities to expand our corporate network.
Stockholder engagement and collaboration – Engage with stakeholders, including healthcare professionals and community groups to identify collaborative opportunities.
Reporting and Evaluation – Regularly monitor, evaluate, and report on partnership progress, providing insights and recommendations to enhance future performance.
Project Management – Lead and coordinate partnership projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and clear communication throughout with stakeholders.
What do we need from you?
Experience:
- Proven experience in a relationship management or business development role within the charity sector – preferably within healthcare.
- Demonstrated ability to secure and manage high-value partnerships with stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of the Scottish charity landscape and relevant market sectors.
- Proficiency in CRM systems – preferably Raiser Edge CRM however not essential.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Problem-Solving & Flexibility – Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think laterally and creatively. You should be able to adapt to changing circumstances and develop solutions that meet the needs of the charity.
- Organisational Skills – Highly organised with the ability to multitask and delegate effectively in a fast-moving environment.
- Communication and Presentation – Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey CHSS’s mission and values persuasively to stakeholders external from the charity.
- Commitment to CHSS Values – Demonstrate a commitment to upholding and promoting the values of Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland.
- Business Development – Proactively seek out new partnership opportunities through networking, research, and targeted outreach to align with CHSS’s mission and goals.
- Negotiation – secure funding agreements and other forms of financial support.
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Apply Now
Please email us at recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com to request an information pack, full job description and person specification.
Closing date: Wednesday 6th November 2024
Interview date: Friday 22nd November 2024
You are advised to get in touch well in advance of the closing date to give us time to consider your application.
For more information on this role, please email recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com to request a candidate pack or how to apply.
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This search is being conducted for Chest Heart Stroke Scotland by BTA. Our leadership team have all worked in the voluntary sector and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.
We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all staff. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; ethnicity; gender; gender identity and expression; nationality; parental status; physical, mental and developmental abilities; race; religion; sexual orientation; skin colour; socioeconomic status; and human styles.