New Business Development & Growth Manager
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Overview
We are seeking an ambitious Business Development & Growth Manager to drive growth within the energy sector. The successful candidate will identify and secure new business opportunities, build strong customer and partner relationships, and deliver revenue growth through innovative energy propositions. This role spans residential, SME, and commercial markets, supporting our mission to deliver affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions.
Responsibilities
* Business Growth & Pipeline Management
o Develop and manage a pipeline of opportunities across consumer, SME, and/or commercial segments.
o Deliver against sales and revenue targets in line with company growth strategy.
o Lead prospecting, proposal development, and contract negotiation to close deals.
o Support the launch and scaling of solution products (tariffs, smart charging, vehicle‑to‑grid, bundled services, heat, solar & storage and financing).
* Partnerships and Client Relationships
o Build strategic partnerships with technology providers, installers, community groups, and trade associations to expand reach.
o Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
o Negotiate commercial agreements to expand distribution channels and enhance customer value.
o Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their energy needs and tailoring solutions accordingly.
o Drive customer satisfaction, retention, and upsell/cross‑sell opportunities.
* Customer & Market Development
o Engage with SMEs and OEMs to deliver tailored solutions and energy management solutions.
o Support residential adoption through bundled propositions (EV + tariff + home charging + energy efficiency + financing).
o Provide feedback from customers to shape product design and proposition development.
* Proposition Development & Sales Enablement
o Work with Propositions, Commercial, Marketing, and Operations to develop tailored customer propositions (e.g., tariffs, renewable solutions, energy services).
* Market Insights & Innovation
o Monitor trends in the energy market, including regulatory changes, consumer behaviour, and competitive activity.
o Share insights internally to shape strategy and proposition design.
o Benchmark competitors and emerging players to inform commercial strategy.
o Identify new opportunities in adjacent markets (EV, financing, mobility services, subscription models).
Qualifications
* Proven experience in business development, sales, or partnerships (energy, utilities, telecoms, or related sectors).
* Strong track record of achieving and exceeding sales/commercial targets.
* Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
* Commercial and financial acumen – ability to structure and evaluate business deals.
* Knowledge of solutions, EV charging or energy retail propositions.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Nice to Have
* Experience in the energy sector (retail, renewables, EV, energy efficiency, or flexibility services).
* Knowledge of regulatory frameworks, net zero policies, and sustainability trends.
* Experience working with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and pipeline reporting.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (negotiable).
* Excellent parental leave allowance.
* Location – London or Nottingham.
* Award‑Winning Workplace – named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16‑34‑year‑olds.
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities and 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
* Flexible & family‑friendly policies – hybrid and family‑friendly, double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024.
* Inclusive & diverse – Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers, Best Employer for Women, Human Company of the Year.
* Support for fertility, menopause, disability – disability confident employer.
* Invested in growth – inclusive talent networks, development programmes.
Other Information
Role may close earlier due to high applications.
Start date: ASAP.
Due to the nature of this role, employment will be subject to a basic DBS check via a third‑party service provider.
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