Head of Business Development
Head of Business Development
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Job Description
We are currently looking for a Head of Business Development to join our Finance and Corporate Business Planning Team within the Corporate group.
Please note this opportunity is currently only available to those working within the Civil Service. Applications from non-Civil Servants may not be reviewed and may be rejected.
This is a full-time opportunity on a one year fixed term contract/internal move or temporary promotion basis. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade Canary Wharf London E14 4PU. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.
Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.
We are currently implementing a flexible hybrid way of working with a minimum of 8 days per month working on site to enable the collaboration and contact with partners and stakeholders needed to deliver MHRA business. Attendance on site is driven by business needs so depending on the nature of the role this can flex up to 12 days a month with the remainder of time worked either remotely or in the office. Some roles will need to be on site more regularly.
Who are we
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices underpinned by science and research.
The agency is made up of c.1600 staff working across two main centres and peripatetically across the UK and abroad. The agency consists of Scientific Research & Innovation Healthcare Quality & Access Safety & Surveillance Corporate Partnerships Transformation Governance Communications & Engagement and Digital & Technology groups. For more information on MHRA please click here.
Whats the role
The Head of Business Development will support the achievement of MHRAs goals by driving external funding for research and commercialising services created through the agencys wide-ranging scientific and public health expertise. The role seeks to realise a financial return on the investment of public funds to generate high quality public health interventions and assets and reducing the cost to the government of cutting-edge public health capabilities. Business Development must constantly adapt to meet the changing needs of the organisation and Healthcare sector.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead CEO ExCo and SMT members in developing commercial opportunities for Knowledge assets including options analysis financial models business cases risk assessments and forecasts which support strategic decision-making.
- Develop value propositions across the agency working with the Business and supported by Marketing.
- To protect and exploit Intellectual Property assets and standards production capacity.
- Support commercial negotiations to ensure compliance with Managing Public Money (MPM) adequate financial controls are in place to support contracts and income and costs are appropriately recorded and reflected in future forecast.
Who are we looking for
Oursuccessful candidatewill have:
- Experience in ensuring plans and activities within work area reflect wider strategic priorities and communicate effectively with senior leaders to influence future strategies
- A proven ability to bring together views perspectives and diverse needs of stakeholders to gain a broader understanding of the issues surrounding policies and activities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues in a way that is easy to understand as well as delivering difficult messages with clarity and sensitivity being persuasive when required.
- Extensive experience working with senior stakeholders and external advisors
- Experience at obtaining additional funding income or grants
- Knowledge of Managing Public Money Value for Money Rose book and HMT Green book.
If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity please read our Job Description and Person Specification!
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The selection process:
We use the Civil Service Success Profiles to assess our candidatesfind out more here.
Online application form including questions based on theBehaviour Experience and Technical Success Profiles.Please ensure all application questions are completed in full; your application may not be considered if any responses are left blank. Our applications are CV blind and our Hiring Managers will not be able to access your CV when reviewing your application.
Interview which can include questions based on theBehaviour Experience Technical and Strengths Success Profiles.
In the instance that we receive a high number of applications we will hold an initial sift based on the lead criteria of Making Effective Decisions behaviour criteria in relation to business development.
Applicants are assessed on whether they meet any mandatory requirements as well as the necessary skills and experience for the role. Applications are scored based on the competency-based answers provided- ensure you have read these thoroughly and allowsufficienttime. You can view the competencies for this role in the job description.
Use of AI in Job Applications
Applicants must ensure that anything submitted is factually accurate and truthful. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others or generated by artificial intelligence as your own.
If you require any disability related adjustments at any point during the process please contact as soon as possible.
Closing date:16 July 2025
Shortlisting date: w/c 21 July 2025
Interview date:w/c 28 July 2025
Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews completed to inform them of the outcome.
Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality information on whether you are able to apply is availablehere.
Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check as well as animal rights and pro-life activism checks. People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Certain roles within the MHRA will require post holders to have vaccinations and in some circumstances routine health surveillance. These roles include:
- Laboratory-based roles working directly with known pathogens
- Maintenance roles particularly those required to work in laboratory settings
- Roles that involve visiting other establishments where vaccination is required
- Roles required to travel overseas where specific vaccination may be required.
Applicants who are successful at interview will be as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicants details held on the IFD will be refused employment. A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5 year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Any move to the MHRA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility here.
Successful candidates may be subject to annual Occupational Health reviews dependent on role requirements. If you have any queries please contact .
In accordance with the Civil Service Commissioners Recruitment Principles our recruitment and selection processes are underpinned by the requirement of selection for appointmenton the basis ofmerit by a fair and open competition. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint you should firstly contact Florentina Oyelami Head of Talent Acquisition .
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive you can contact the Civil Service Commission at:
Civil Service Commission
Room G/8
1Horse Guards Road
London
SW1A 2HQ
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Contract
