Job Description:

Business Development Manager
About the Role

A leading organisation within the UK energy sector is seeking a Business Developer to support the continued growth of its Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) and energy infrastructure activities.
This role will focus on developing new business opportunities, managing key client relationships, and supporting the delivery of commercial growth across a range of sectors. Working closely with senior business development professionals, technical specialists, and wider commercial teams, you will help identify market opportunities, engage prospective clients, and contribute to the successful conversion of new business.
You will play a key role in supporting sales strategy, producing commercial proposals, and helping to position the organisation as a trusted partner within the evolving energy and infrastructure landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing clients across multiple sectors.
• Support the identification and development of new business opportunities aligned with strategic growth objectives.
• Conduct market research and client analysis to identify emerging opportunities and industry trends.
• Assist with lead generation activities, including prospect engagement and business development campaigns.
• Support opportunities through the full sales cycle, from initial engagement and proposal development through to contract award and handover.
• Produce commercial proposals, presentations, tender submissions, and client-facing documentation.
• Prepare indicative financial offers and support the development of commercial business cases.
• Manage and develop key customer accounts, maintaining strong and effective stakeholder relationships.
• Work collaboratively with technical, operational, and marketing teams to support business development activities.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of sales collateral, value propositions, and market positioning.

About You
You are a commercially minded professional with experience working within the energy, utilities, infrastructure, or related sectors. You are confident building relationships, identifying opportunities, and supporting the delivery of business growth within a competitive market environment.
You enjoy working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and are comfortable engaging with both technical and commercial stakeholders. You are proactive, adaptable, and motivated by delivering results while maintaining a strong focus on customer relationships and long-term value creation.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, General Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within the commercial and industrial energy sector.
• Strong understanding of energy technologies, including battery energy storage systems, solar PV, wind generation, and electric vehicle infrastructure.
• Experience researching markets, clients, and industry trends to support business development activity.
• Ability to support pre-sales activities, including the development of high-level business cases and cost-benefit assessments.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within business development, sales, or commercial growth roles.
• Experience supporting or managing complex tender processes.
• Experience developing framework agreements or long-term client partnerships.
• Experience producing marketing or sales collateral to support commercial activities.
• Confidence presenting at industry events, conferences, or stakeholder forums.
• Understanding of electricity networks, distributed energy solutions, or regulated infrastructure environments.

If you're looking to develop your career within the energy and infrastructure sector, send your CV to Jovita at VIQU Energy today.
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