Business Development Consultant- Social Care Recruitment

Prospero Health & Social Care is an APSCo-audited, award-winning recruitment agency specialising in the placement of temporary, contract, and permanent staff in the health and social care sector. With a network of local authorities, care homes, mental health secure units, and private care providers throughout the UK, Prospero builds long-term relationships with both candidates and clients to deliver high-quality staffing solutions.

As a Business Development Consultant (Recruitment), you will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing new client relationships, and expanding Prospero's footprint across the health and social care market. You will work with care providers, local authorities and internal recruitment teams to understand staffing needs and promote Prospero's recruitment solutions and service value.

This role is ideal for a highly motivated, commercially driven individual who thrives in a target-driven environment and is passionate about helping organisations secure the right talent to deliver outstanding care.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the health and social care sector.

• Build and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers in care homes, local authorities, and community care providers.

• Conduct client meetings and site visits to understand challenges and propose tailored recruitment solutions.

• Develop and present commercial proposals, negotiate terms and close new contracts.

• Develop a deep understanding of the health and social care landscape, trends, and competitor activity.

• Conduct regular market research to uncover potential clients and emerging staffing needs.

• Maintain a pipeline of leads and opportunities using CRM tools and structured sales processes.

• Work closely with internal teams (consultants, resourcers, compliance and payroll) to ensure excellent service delivery for clients and candidates.

• Provide timely market feedback to recruitment teams to help them source and present suitable candidates.

• Support internal marketing and brand initiatives to raise Prospero's profile in key sectors and regions.

• Competitive salary with a strong commission/bonus structure.

• Clear career progression opportunities (e.g., Senior BD, Account Director, leadership roles).

• Supportive, collaborative team environment with ongoing training and development.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on staffing in essential health and social care services.

• Company incentives, rewards and recognition.