Development Director

Job Description

The Development Director will lead HUC’s organisational growth, business development and strategic partnership activity. The role is likely to involve identifying new opportunities, developing sustainable services, managing stakeholder relationships, supporting bids and contracts, and contributing to long-term corporate strategy. Candidates should have substantial experience in development, commercial growth, commissioning, healthcare partnerships or a related senior leadership environment. Strong skills in strategy, negotiation, communication, project management and financial awareness are expected, together with the ability to work confidently with NHS organisations, commissioners, community partners and senior boards. The successful candidate should be collaborative, commercially aware, politically astute and committed to improving patient outcomes and access to urgent care.

Company Info

HUC, commonly known as Hertfordshire Urgent Care, is an NHS-linked social enterprise and urgent care provider serving communities in Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. It delivers services such as NHS 111, out-of-hours primary care, urgent treatment and related clinical support, working closely with local GPs, hospitals, ambulance services and commissioners. The organisation focuses on making urgent care accessible, safe and efficient while helping patients receive treatment in the most appropriate setting. As a community-focused provider, HUC combines clinical expertise with partnership working and service innovation. A Development Director would support the organisation’s growth, strengthen external relationships and help create sustainable models of care that respond to changing healthcare needs.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers extensive opportunities in healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, education and public services, with major employment centres in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh and Cardiff. British culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, professionalism and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities, with strong public transport in larger cities. Skilled workers may qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa or Skilled Worker visa if sponsored by an approved employer and meeting salary and occupation requirements. Relocating typically involves arranging sponsorship, accommodation, a National Insurance number, banking and access to healthcare. Costs are highest in London and the southeast, while many northern and Welsh regions are more affordable. The UK’s climate is temperate but changeable, and annual leave and workplace protections are generally well established.