Business Development Director - Public Sector Data Analytics

b Overview /b p In this role you will drive Ipsos Data Labs growth by spotting new opportunities in the public sector data space, shaping bid strategy, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver compelling proposals. You will build and leverage a robust network across public sector data stakeholders and ensure internal resources align to client needs. You will influence capability development and maintain a strategic view of service lines to deliver high-quality evidence and insight. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 25 days annual leave /li li pension contribution /li li income protection /li li life assurance /li li health wellbeing benefits /li li flexible working opportunities /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Identify and qualify new public sector data opportunities through market research /li li Lead and coordinate proposal development and responses to RFPs /li li Create and optimize internal bid processes for efficiency /li li Develop and maintain a wide network of public sector contacts /li li Develop deep understanding of Ipsos Data Labs service lines to strengthen proposals /li li Advise on internal capability needs to address emerging trends and client needs /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Business leadership experience /li li Proven track record in public sector data services business development /li li Established network within central government /li li Stakeholder engagement across public sector /li li Deep understanding of public sector data dynamics and stakeholders /li li Bid management experience /li li Lead generation and opportunity identification /li li Proposal writing and compelling narrative creation /li li Risk assessment and mitigation in bidding /li li Budget management for bid processes /li li Compliance with bid regulations and standards /li /ul ul li Stakeholder engagement /li li Cross-functional team leadership /li li Strategic thinking /li li Bid management /li li Proposal development /li li Risk assessment and mitigation /li /ul