Business Development Manager (m/w/d)

Job Description

As a result of our continued growth in the UK, we are looking to recruit a Business Development Manager to support the Asset Management team with growth, securing new contracts and developing new service offerings within the Asset Management function. Applicants ideally should have a background in renewables business development with a proven history of relatable work experience at a senior level. The position is for an immediate start based, located in Milton Keynes or Edinburgh.

What you will do

• You will be required to actively seek new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• You will Lead proactive external engagement through Face to Face and Digital interactions.
• You will be responsible for maintaining an excellent level of Asset Management knowledge and a deep understanding of all potential opportunities.
• You will work alongside the marketing team to enhance the visibility of the business to secure future growth opportunities.
• You will develop a bid / no-bid model and supporting pricing matrix to underpin future growth opportunities.
• You will be responsible for developing a strong pipeline of growth opportunities with new and existing clients, exploring alternate options within Asset Management services.
• You will work in collaboration with Group Business Development colleagues to share knowledge and expand pipeline.
• You will support in the production and development of tender documents.
• You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records of specified development activity and provide timely and consistent data.
• You will support in the house Legal Counsel with contract negotiations, ensuring the terms align with company expectations.
• You will maintain a deep understanding of the UK market, including competitors' activities and benchmarking data.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in business development or sales within the Renewables, or Asset Management sector.
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Proven track record of securing Asset Management contracts with external customers, with a deep understanding of the process in these markets.
• Ability to develop long-term relationships, and handle objections effectively.
• Ability to analyse data and market trends to inform decision-making and actionable targets.
• Excellent communication skills, both written (presentations, reports, documents) and spoken.
• Excellent commercial insight and understanding of value drivers in renewables business.
• A strong team player, able to be adaptable and provide support to colleagues within the business.
• Confident and able to speak in public forums.
• Eligibility to work within the UK.

What's in it for you?

• Private Health Insurance.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Flexible Working Environment.
• Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme.
• Excellent Company Culture.
• Mental Health First Aid support.
• Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling.
• Access to an online benefits portal which includes travel and shopping discounts, healthy living advice & a financial well-being resource bank.
• Cycle 2 Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility after 12 months employment).

Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding.