Job Description About the role We''re looking for a dynamic Business Development and Relationship Manager (BDRM) to lead growth across the South East. Our South East spans Lincoln to London and Kent to Portsmouth This is a strategic BD role where you''ll identify demand, build trusted partnerships with commissioners, and shape opportunities into services that can be delivered successfully. You''ll own the full journey - from pipeline development through to mobilisation and occupancy - ensuring services are not only won, but set up to succeed. Why this role stands out End-to-end ownershipYou own the full lifecycle - from identifying opportunity and shaping solutions through to conversion, mobilisation and long-term success. You can win and deliverWith support from Assessment, Operations, Quality, Finance, PBS and Marketing, you have the infrastructure to deliver what you win - not just sell it. Real impact, not just growthThis is about developing safe, sustainable services - not chasing volume. Scale with influenceWith 30+ years'' experience and national reach, Lifeways gives you the platform to operate with credibility and at pace. Disciplined growthWe focus on the right opportunities - ensuring what we win is appropriate, deliverable and sustainable. What you''ll focus on Developing and owning a high-quality pipeline of opportunitiesBuilding strong relationships with commissioners, NHS and local authoritiesShaping commercially viable, outcome-led service modelsLeading oppor