Location
Hybrid working at any UK Sustrans Hub

Hours
Part Time - 30 hours per week

Salary
£32,145 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

About the Role
We have a new opportunity for a Senior Business Development Officer to join Sustrans. In this pivotal role, you'll support Sustrans’ commercial strategy by leading and improving our competitive bidding process and delivering high-quality business development support across the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: championing innovation in our business development approach, developing compelling new offers and refining internal processes, providing expert bid-writing guidance and quality assurance, fostering collaboration across teams and leveraging internal expertise, and strengthening Sustrans’ ability to win new opportunities and build strong, strategic partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of sustainable transport by helping us grow our impact and reach. Candidates should be based within the geographical area with regular travel expected to the nearest hub.

Experience
You have experience of working in business development or a relevant setting. You have previously developed successful funding bids and competitive tenders.

About you
As an excellent communicator, you work well with other people and develop strong relationships. You work well with others, identifying new opportunities and gaps in the market. You coordinate activities using an established process - holding people to account and meeting deadlines. Your copy is of a high standard and you are confident reviewing others' work. You have a proactive mindset with a focus on quality, impact, and continuous improvement. Previous experience of working in this area isn't a necessity. If you are well-organised, with an eye for detail, and work well with others - we'd welcome an application from you.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are mentioned, but relevant experience in business development is preferred.