Business Development Director

Before submitting your application, you should read our to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information. For Australia or New Zealand candidates - Before submitting your application, you should read our to understand how Bupa will use, store and share your information.Business Development Director page is loaded Business Development Directorlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 24, 2025 (15 days left to apply)job requisition id: RJob Description: 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.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.Time Type:Full timeJob Area:Locations:London