Business Development Manager Location: Hybrid / Remote (UK-based travel required) Salary: £52,000.00 plus bonuses Contract: 4 days a week Drive Growth. Strengthen Partnerships. Change Young Lives. Paragon Social Care is a specialist children''s social care provider committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for young people in safe, stable, and nurturing environments. We work in close partnership with local authorities to provide placements that prioritise safeguarding, stability, and individualised care. We are seeking an experienced and strategically minded Business Development Manager to lead our expansion across the UK, strengthen relationships with local authorities, and ensure that service growth remains rooted in quality, compliance, and positive outcomes for children and young people. The Role You will lead the development and delivery of a business growth strategy aligned with organisational goals, regulatory compliance, and operational capacity. Key responsibilities include: • Developing and implementing a strategic business development plan aligned to organisational objectives. • Building and maintaining strong relationships with Local Authority commissioners, placement teams, and procurement leads. • Identifying, pursuing, and securing new placement opportunities across England and Wales. • Leading on tender submissions, DPS applications, and framework bids, ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. • Monitoring market trends, commissioni