Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Cygnet have a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Director within the Social Care Division. Joining our team on a full time, 40-hour per week basis, this role requires national travel in support of the business needs. Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of social care services for adults with autism, learning disabilities and those requiring elderly care within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the individuals in our care. Role Purpose The Social Care Commercial Director is responsible for driving revenue growth and meeting divisional targets, further developing our social care footprint, and strengthening the commercial performance of the social care division. The role provides strategic leadership across business development, sales, pricing, marketing, and acquisition integration, while ensuring commercial excellence and sustainable profitability. This position leads a high‑performing team of Business Relationship Managers and Referral Managers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy & Growth Deliver revenue, occupancy, and profitability targets for the social care division. Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, partnerships, and growth chan nels to increase occupancy and commercial performance. Develop business cases and investment memorandums for growth initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy. Lead commercial due diligence, market analysis, and integration planning for M&A activity. Oversee all growth programmes, including acquisitions, organic developments, and service re-provisioning. Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Lead, develop, and inspire the Business Relationship and Referral Management teams to deliver exceptional performance. Strengthen external partnerships and drive high‑quality stakeholder engagement across commissioners, funders, and strategic partners. Collaborate closely with Marketing to develop and implement a robust social care marketing strategy that enhances brand visibility and supports commercial goals. Pricing & Contracting Deliver pricing strategies to ensure targets are met, and services remain sustainable, while ensuring market competitiveness. Oversee contract negotiations, and effective risk management. Support the Pricing Team with annual fee increases and proactive fee reviews, delivering targeted pricing uplifts. Operational & Financial Oversight Work closely with Operational Directors to monitor P&L performance, ensuring cost‑effective service delivery whilst sustaining quality. Monitor and report on commercial KPIs, adjusting strategies as required to meet targets. Provide oversight of supported living SLAs and leases, including relationship management, dispute resolution, and renewals, ensuring contractual and financial optimisation. Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… Competitive Salary: Dependent on experience £6,200 Car allowance Bonus scheme: 35% - 50% of salary based on individual KPI’s An opening to undertake further learning with o ur excellent apprenticeship scheme Expert supervision & support Free Health Cash plan 24 hours free GP support line Free life assurance cover Free eye tests Car lease discounts Discounted gym membership Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover Pension scheme Employee NHS - discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the ‘apply now’ link below. What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply