Business Development Manager Location: Havant (Hybrid working available) Salary: £36,547 – £39,372 per annum Hours: Full time (Monday–Thursday 9.30am–5.30pm, Friday 9.30am–5.00pm) Enhanced DBS: Required An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing domestic abuse charity and support the organisation’s strategic growth within the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector. This role sits within a dynamic Business Team and plays a key part in securing sustainable funding, supporting service development and ensuring robust governance and data compliance. Key responsibilities include: * Preparing high-quality, compelling funding bids, grant applications and tender submissions * Supporting the Business Development Director and senior leadership team on complex and high-value funding opportunities * Completing tender pre-qualification questionnaires and associated administration accurately and on time * Undertaking horizon scanning and pipeline planning to identify new funding opportunities * Monitoring and reporting on grants and commissioned contracts in line with SLAs and funder requirements * Leading quality assurance processes across reporting, monitoring and data outputs * Managing subject access requests, complaints and data queries in line with GDPR and Data Protection legislation * Producing written materials including press releases and annual reports * Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with funders, commissioners and key stakeholders * Leading designated organisational projects, including digital and service development initiatives * Line managing and supporting the Data Officer * Contributing to organisation-wide improvement through data analysis, insight and evaluation What we’re looking for: * Experience in bid writing, tender submissions and securing grant funding * Strong understanding of the commissioning environment within the VAWG or related sectors * Proven ability to analyse data and demonstrate impact and social value * Excellent written communication skills with strong attention to detail * Experience of quality assurance, reporting frameworks and outcome measurement * Line management experience and ability to prioritise workloads effectively * Good working knowledge of GDPR and data protection legislation * Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and adapt to changing priorities * Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes What we offer: * Competitive salary with pro-rata options * Hybrid working arrangement * A senior role with strategic influence and development opportunities * Supportive, values-led and trauma-informed organisation * Ongoing professional development and leadership support If you are interested in working for a growing charity within the domestic abuse sector, please contact us at Belmont Recruitment. There may be a role suitable for you