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Head of Business Development (Maternity cover)
Full time
24th August 2025
Description
Join one of the country’s largest and most forward-thinking Citizens Advice services.
We’re looking for an experienced, strategic, and entrepreneurial Head of Business Development to lead our income generation, data and insights, and communications functions during a period of maternity leave cover.
You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of Citizens Advice Hull and East Riding, working alongside our senior leadership team to ensure our services are sustainable, innovative, and impactful.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Securing income through contracts, tenders, and funding bids
2. Leading our Business Development Team (Communications Officer and Data & Insights Officer)
3. Developing strategic partnerships with commissioners, funders, and stakeholders
4. Using data and evidence to shape service delivery and inform campaigns
5. Overseeing communications and engagement to raise our profile and influence
6. Supporting organisational strategy and innovation across multiple sites
What we’re looking for:
1. Senior leadership experience is preferred, ideally in the charity or advice sector
2. A proven track record of income generation and business development
3. Strong analytical and strategic planning skills
4. Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
5. A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
6. A collaborative, can-do mindset and an ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
Why join us?
* Be part of a respected, FCA-regulated advice charity supporting 23,000+ people annually
* Lead a small but high-performing team making a measurable difference
* Hybrid working available across home and our four offices (Hull, Beverley, Bridlington, and Goole)
* Work in a forward-thinking organisation committed to learning, innovation, and community impact
* Generous annual leave and access to quality training and development
How to apply
For further details and to download an application form, visit our website. CVs will not be accepted.
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