This document outlines a professional development framework for business and community engagement (BCE) staff. The framework includes 16 processes, a resource catalogue, and a diagnostic tool available at www.netskills.ac.uk/bcecpd2. BCE involves strategic relationships with partners, clients, and engagement in areas like knowledge exchange, employer engagement, lifelong learning, and more. The framework can be used for recruitment, reviews, professional development, strategic planning, and improving understanding of BCE roles.