About this role
Affidea is Europe's leading provider of out-of-hospital healthcare, operating over 420 centres across 14 countries, providing high-quality medical services to nearly 15 million patients every year. We specialise in advanced diagnostic imaging, community based poly-clinics and specialist healthcare services. Our continued growth reflects our commitment to bringing high-quality, accessible healthcare closer to the communities we serve. Affidea UK & Ireland In the UK and Ireland, Affidea operates a growing network of diagnostic imaging and minor injuries centres, delivering a broad range of cutting-edge imaging technology and healthcare services to the public, private insurers, employers, and other organisations. As part of our ongoing expansion, we're extending our presence into new regions, including our upcoming clinic in London and hospital in Belfast offering exciting opportunities to be part of a business that's shaping the future of accessible, community-based healthcare across the region We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Business Development Executive to join our team in the Munster Region. The role of the Business Development Executive is to actively promote the company by identifying and winning new business, assisting in the development and promotion of new clinical services, and ensuring strong relationships are built and maintained with all relevant stakeholders. Responsibilities and Tasks: Identify and develop new business opportunities within the diagnostic imaging, outpatient and surgical sector. Nurture & develop relationships with key stakeholders within the HSE, Private Health Insurers and corporate bodies. Engage with other bodies as relevant, such as patient groups, trade associations and similar, to further increase company awareness. Generate and follow up leads and appointments through networking and proactive prospecting as well as using company marketing resources. Identify referrers and other users who have the potential to increase their use of our service, and ensure they understand the additional benefits we offer. Conduct market research to identify trends, competitive landscape, and potential areas for growth. Stay up to date with industry developments and advancements in diagnostic imaging technology and outpatient services. Managing and resolving referrers complaints in line with company guidelines and policy. Oversee your designated territory, ensuring the target audience is efficiently reached at the specified frequency. Participate in the planning and attendance of relevant meetings and exhibitions for healthcare professionals, with the goal of promoting our services. Prepare and review reports of the main activities on your territory, including details of your activities as required. Develop and maintain strong relationships with Clinic Managers across Ireland. Assist with the preparation of tenders & marketing material as required.