Employer: Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Job Title: Business Development Manager
Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Salary: £47,810 – £54,710 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 20 November 2025
Job Summary
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is seeking an exceptional individual to join the Pathology CSU management team as a Business Development Manager. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable, high-quality pathology services for patients and clinicians across Leeds and beyond.
The Pathology CSU is undergoing major transformation, including a transition to the Centre for Laboratory Medicine at St James Hospital and the implementation of a new regional IT system. The role will involve supporting ongoing development with partner trusts.
The ideal candidate should have strong communication, leadership, and service development skills within a pathology environment, along with the operational experience to ensure consistent delivery of key patient-centred outcomes.
Contact:
For further information, contact Sian Gibson – Deputy General Manager at siangibson1@nhs.net
Interview Panel:
Sian Gibson (Deputy GM), Chloe Chadwick (SLM Service Manager), Andy Smith (Blood Sciences Operational Lead)
Shortlisting date: 21 November 2025
Interview date: 28 November 2025
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Provide management support and lead the business development function within the Pathology CSU.
Develop and deliver a business development strategy to enhance the CSU’s role as a regional and national pathology service provider.
Collaborate with the Trust contracting team and external stakeholders to strengthen relationships and strategic partnerships.
Oversee CSU budgets, staff, and procurement of medical and scientific equipment.
Lead the development of business cases, new service models, and revenue generation opportunities.
Contribute to CSU service development, financial planning, and quality improvement initiatives.
Coordinate and monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and ensure delivery against financial and operational targets.
Motivate staff, lead projects to modernise service delivery, and manage clinical and business risks effectively.
Develop and monitor service plans, ensuring alignment with Trust-wide objectives.
Produce detailed reports, proposals, and business plans for internal and external use.
Participate in cross-CSU projects and contribute to Trust-wide initiatives.
About Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT) — a collaboration of NHS hospital trusts across West Yorkshire and Harrogate. The Trust aims to deliver outstanding care through innovation, partnership, and shared expertise.
The Trust is guided by five core values:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
Leeds Teaching Hospitals also supports redeployment of at-risk staff, which may occasionally affect recruitment timelines.
Core Knowledge and Understanding
In-depth understanding of NHS culture and health professional groups.
Strong grasp of NHS modernisation agendas and national/local targets.
Knowledge of commissioning, contracting, HR policies, clinical governance, and financial planning.
Proven ability in data analysis, information management, and business case preparation.
Familiarity with NHS planning procedures and capital project processes.
Behaviours and Skills
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent negotiation, influencing, and communication skills.
Skilled in operational planning, project delivery, and change management.
Capacity to motivate multidisciplinary teams and maintain high service standards.
Commitment to continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional integrity.
Essential Qualifications
Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification.
Evidence of continuing professional development, including a management qualification or postgraduate diploma.
Desirable:
Master’s level qualification in a related field.
Experience Requirements
Essential:
Experience in a Pathology environment.
Proven success in operational management within a multi-professional setting.
Experience in budget management, workforce planning, and strategy development.
Track record of developing revenue streams, pricing models, and service level agreements.
Knowledge of NHS systems, business planning, and service reconfiguration.
Desirable:
NHS management experience.
Additional Requirements
Strong analytical, literacy, and numeracy skills.
Ability to manage teams across multiple sites.
Presentation skills using various software packages.
Understanding of clinical and business risk management.
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous service improvement.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from candidates requiring a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants.
Applicants may be required to provide a criminal record certificate from each country lived in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
For further details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
How to Apply
If you’re interested in this position, visit the official Leeds Teaching Hospitals website for more information — click here to apply now.