Job Purpose:

We are currently looking for a suitably skilled person to join our team of Business Development Managers to assist in growing the existing connections portfolio for the company exponentially over the next 5 years.

The candidate must have previous experience of working for an IDNO in this capacity and to have existing connections with a network of ICP’s. This role is part of a growing team and will be expected to provide additional support for all IDNO activities. Our networks span all sectors from HV & LV Industrial, Commercial, Residential projects and EV charging infrastructure. The role would be part of a customer focussed team to operate and maintain the network within a 24/7/365 environment.

Main responsibilities will include:
• Help to build growth in our customer base outperforming our Business target for the Distribution markets including Residential, Industrial & Commercial, EV & Renewables.
• Utilise advanced marketing techniques to support the growth.
• Develop strategic opportunities greater than transactional customer connections.
• Research and build relationships with new/existing end clients, development infrastructure providers.
• Negotiate and close new projects/accounts.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of current market conditions.
• Secure new enquiries and processing applications for Asset Value Contributions.
• Help to grow/support the broader BD team in market brand promotion.
• Communicate effectively with customers, service providers and local authorities. Knowledge and Skills Requirements
• Minimum 2yrs+ Engineering experience, 2yrs+ BD/Sales experience.
• Experience required in the Transmission/Distribution & Renewables markets dealing with DNO / IDNO / ICP experience would be an advantage.
• Intermediate or above Computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft office applications and tools.
• Ability to prioritise work activity to deliver business requirements.
• Work flexibly to suit business / customer demands.
• Excellent written, oral communications and presentation skills.
• Have a good technical/commercial understanding of Connection Agreements/Offers.
• Bring a wide network of industry and customer contacts. Reimbursement:
• Salary to be discussed based on experience
• Discretionary Bonus – to be discussed
• Medium term Sales Bonus – to be advised based on targets
• Pension, car allowance, & other flexible benefits

We are looking for people who embody our personalities:

Friendly experts: When it comes to technical knowledge and experience, customers couldn’t be in better hands. We’re friendly, approachable and always eager to help. Collaborative solution finders: We work closely with customers to find a solution that meets their needs in a way that’s compliant with standards. Confidently flexible: We know the rules for every DNO. And we also know just how flexible we can be to interpret them in ways that save both time and money.

Naturally curious: In our book, there’s always a better way. We’re always curious to explore every avenue before we arrive at a clear solution. Relentlessly innovative: Looking for new ways to deal with challenges is part of our DNA. If a conventional route is the best option, we’re not afraid to say it. But if there’s a way to do something more quickly, more efficiently or more cost-effectively, we’ll find it.

Business Development Manager

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SALARY

£30000 - £65000

LOCATION

Buckinghamshire

CONTRACT TYPE

Graduate job (permanent)

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