Key Account Manager - Private Networks (HV Maintenance / HV Sales / BESS)
Location: Hybrid (Midlands or Yorkshire based)
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 + bonus + benefits
Employment Type: Full Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
About the Opportunity
A leading organisation within the electrical utilities and private networks sector is seeking a driven and commercially focused Key Account Manager. This role will shape growth across the Electrical Utilities, Private Network, and Energy markets, engaging with high-profile stakeholders and uncovering new strategic opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong technical understanding and the ability to build meaningful relationships within a rapidly evolving industry.
What's on Offer
A comprehensive benefits package is available, including:
24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to purchase up to 5 additional days
Group Personal Pension Plan
Career development and professional qualification opportunities
24/7 virtual GP access, mental health and counselling support
Cycle to Work Scheme
Retail and lifestyle discount platform
Life assurance
Long service recognition
Enhanced maternity pay
Paid volunteering daysKey Responsibilities
As a Key Account Manager, you will:
Develop and implement a business development strategy targeting utilities, energy providers, DNOs, IDNOs, ICPs, and private network operators across high and low voltage networks.
Identify and secure new market opportunities within the electrical utility and private networks space.
Build and nurture relationships with senior stakeholders including executives, engineers, and procurement teams.
Work closely with technical, engineering, and product teams to create tailored client solutions.
Lead proposal development, contract negotiations, and deal closure.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes.
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and marketing teams to align commercial goals.
Achieve sales targets and contribute to business growth objectives.
Track KPIs and report on business development performance.About You
To be successful in this role, you should have:
Proven experience in business development or sales within electrical utilities, private networks, or the wider energy sector.
Strong understanding of utility operations, DNO/IDNO/ICP environments, and emerging energy technologies.
A demonstrable track record of meeting sales targets and managing complex commercial opportunities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
A degree in Electrical Engineering or Business (advantageous but not essential)