Development and growth manager

Job title: Development and Growth Manager

Salary: £45,000 per annum
Bonus: Whole-company performance bonus equivalent to one additional month’s salary if annual targets are met.
Hours: Full-time

Location: Primarily remote/virtual, with hybrid options available. Some travel as required.
Reporting to: Director of Development
Contract: Permanent

Help shape the future of a values-led consultancy transforming public services.

GGi is a leading independent management consultancy dedicated to improving governance across public services, third-sector organisations and mission-driven entities. We work with boards and leaders of some of the UK’s most interesting public-purpose organisations to deliver lasting societal impact, and we pride ourselves on our ethical approach, collaborative culture and commitment to better governance.

Our clients are making a big difference to people’s lives throughout the UK. They include the NHS, local authorities, charities, housing associations, sports and arts bodies, regulators and community interest companies. Our work is interesting and diverse, and we have built a values-driven team who enjoy their work. We are very committed to individual development and properly budget time for learning together. Have a look through our website, and it will give you a picture of the work we do and the type of team we have put together.

Following significant growth in 2025, GGi is now scaling rapidly, with ambitions to double in size by 2028. We are seeking a Development and Growth Manager to play a pivotal role in expanding our reach, impact and income. This is a strategic and hands-on role focused on business development, partnership building and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage business development activity across priority markets and sectors
• Identify, develop and convert new business opportunities and partnerships
• Manage and grow relationships with existing clients and stakeholders
• Lead bid writing, proposals, pricing and contract development
• Work with internal teams to refine and develop organisational offers
• Monitor market and sector trends to inform growth strategy
• Track pipeline performance and income against targets
• Represent the organisation externally at meetings and events

About You

You will be a proactive and commercially minded professional with:

• proven experience in business development or growth-focused roles
• strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• experience of bids, proposals and income generation
• excellent communication and influencing skills
• strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• an interest in governance, leadership or public services

Why Join Us?

• GGi is a values-driven organisation with real impact
• flexible and supportive working environment
• opportunity to shape and grow a nationally respected organisation

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining your interest in GGi, your alignment with our values, and your suitability for the role, to vacancies@good-governance.org.uk.

Closing date: 15 February 2026

GGi is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.