Job Description

Role: Business Development Manager

Location: Hybrid (Cardiff and travel across UK)

Reporting to: CEO

Salary: Competitive

Who we are: D2 was established in 2017, with a primary focus on providing high quality properties to potentially vulnerable adults, families and young people. We currently support circa 20 Local Authorities across the UK with their Temporary Accommodation needs and are looking to grow our delivery and reach even further. We are proud to say that we offer Local Authorities a safe and homely alternative to the use of expensive, impersonal and impractical B&Bs. At D2, we are deeply committed to embedding equity, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of our work. We design governance, partnerships and recruitment processes that are inclusive, emotionally intelligent and aligned with our values.

The role: To cultivate and steward strategic partnerships/relationships, both existing and emerging, that drive sustainable growth and reflect D2's values and long-term vision. Designing and maintaining systems for tracking partnerships and outcomes and leading on bid development to secure aligned opportunities for growth and impact.

You'll be responsible for:

Driving strategic growth and partnerships Manage existing relationships alongside the CEO Identify and nurture new business opportunities Build partnerships that reflect and align with D2's values and long-term vision Manage tender portals and bid writing Develop systems for tracking leads, partnerships, and outcomes using digital tools You'll thrive here if you: Experience in business development and strategic partnerships Experience of working within a Local Authority (preferably within a housing team) or Housing Association Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to translate demographic and impact data into compelling narratives for bids and partnerships Familiarity with trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, & inclusive governance Comfortable working with digital systems Work well as part of a busy team, and are collaborative in nature Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shaping systems that evolve with need

What we offer:

A values-led team, committed to dignity, safety and system change A culture of trust, reflection, and continuous learning Opportunities to grow within a strategic housing and support environment Wellbeing support Competitive package Company car Company mobile

How to apply:

Send a covering letter and cv to olivia.moore@d2propco.com Apply by 14th October 2025 For an informal conversation, please contact amanda.milliner@d2propco.com Accessibility and Adjustments: We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require adjustments to support you during the application or interview stages, please let us know - we will do our best to accommodate your needs
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person