Business Development Manager - Medical Repatriation & Forensic Patient Transport Location: Gatwick UK travel | Salary: c.£65,000 car allowance About the Role Are you a strategic business developer with a proven track record in the UK healthcare sector? Our client, a leader in medical repatriation and forensic patient transport, is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth and innovation across public and private markets. This is a stand-alone, high-impact role with scope to build a team around your expertise. You'll work closely with the senior leadership team to shape and execute commercial strategy, identify new revenue streams, and lead the full business development lifecycle—from market mapping and bid management to contract negotiation and onboarding. Key Responsibilities Research and identify new business opportunities in UK healthcare, including NHS procurement, frameworks, and secure custody settings Lead the end-to-end bid process: proposals, tenders, presentations, and contract negotiations Build and maintain a robust pipeline, reporting on KPIs and market intelligence Develop and nurture relationships with commissioners, key stakeholders, and industry influencers Collaborate with marketing to enhance brand presence and support industry events Contribute to senior leadership decision-making and strategic projects Support onboarding of new contracts and ensure operational excellence About You Minimum 5 years' experience in UK healthcare business development, ideally with secure custody or clinical services background Demonstrable success in winning new business and managing complex sales cycles Strong knowledge of NHS frameworks, government contracts, and bid portals Skilled in market analysis, pipeline management, and commercial negotiations Confident communicator and relationship builder at senior level Resilient, autonomous, and goal-oriented with a strategic mindset Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively Benefits £65,000 salary car allowance 25 days annual leave moving day leave Professional development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme High-street discounts, free parking, and more Company pension, life assurance, health cash plan, and flu vaccination 'Recruit a Friend' bonus scheme (up to £1,500) Environmental initiatives Apply Today Submit your CV via iGo Recruitment or call 01908 041443 to speak with our team. We'll guide you through every step of the process. Job key words: Business Development Manager, Healthcare Sales, NHS Procurement, Medical Repatriation, Patient Transport, Secure Custody, Bid Management, Frameworks, Government Contracts, Clinical Services, Pipeline Development, Stakeholder Engagement, UK Healthcare, Commercial Strategy, Senior Leadership, Hybrid Role, Extensive Travel, iGo Recruitment