Job Location: Home
Additional Location Information: UK wide travel
Salary: Competitive
Contract type: Permanent
Posting End Date: 29/05/2026
At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. We provide a supportive environment committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.
Business Development Manager - Asset Adoption
This role requires nationwide travel, with monthly attendance at our Head Office in Woolpit, Suffolk.
Purpose of this role
To drive sustainable growth of the Asset Adoption business by proactively identifying, qualifying and securing new customers; developing strong, strategic relationships with existing and prospective partners; and acting as a key interface between the market and internal teams. The role will be responsible for building a robust and diverse pipeline, developing a deep understanding of partner needs, gathering commercial and technical market intelligence, and ensuring that opportunities are converted into high‑quality, commercially viable projects.
Your Key Responsibilities Are
Business Development & Growth
* Identify, target and engage with new potential adoption partners across the UIP/ICP/SLP sector
* Develop and maintain a high‑quality pipeline of project opportunities
* Research and assess new and emerging markets for asset adoption opportunities
* Lead early‑stage commercial and technical feasibility discussions
Partner Account Management
* Act as primary contact for partners and lead pipeline reviews
* Assist partners by proactively identifying issues early and supporting practical solutions
* Build long‑term, trusted relationships that support repeat business
Market & Intelligence Gathering
* Continuously monitor market trends, competitor activity, regulatory updates and industry developments that may impact asset adoption
* Gather and analyse structured market intelligence to inform business strategy
* Act as a conduit between the market and internal teams to ensure BUUK remains commercially competitive and well‑informed
Internal Collaboration & Commercial Support
* Work collaboratively with internal delivery teams to shape viable adoption solutions
* Support commercial team with quotation functions, ensuring accuracy and consistency on our offerings
Networking, Promotion & Representation
* Represent BUUK Asset Adoption externally at industry events, forums, exhibitions and partner meetings
* Build a strong professional network within the adoption, development and utilities sectors to enhance brand presence and opportunity flow
* Promote BUUK’s asset adoption capabilities, values and differentiators clearly and credibly in the marketplace
Qualifications
* Degree-qualified (or equivalent demonstrable experience) in engineering, construction, utilities, commercial management, business, or a related discipline
* Must hold a driving licence
Experience/Knowledge
* Experience operating in a BDM role (or similar) within the UK utility network adoption landscape, including UIP/ICP/SLP or IGT/INDO/NAV functions
Abilities/Skills
* Proven ability to identify, develop and secure new business opportunities
* Strong commercial awareness of asset value adoption model
* Ability to account manage and manage project pipelines
* Excellent relationship building and communication skills
* Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
* Customer focused mindset
* Proactive and self‑motivated
* Highly organised
Desirable
* CRM system experience
Relevant Professional or Industry Qualifications
* Technical design and operational knowledge of utility networks
Contract Negotiation Skills or Experience
* Contract negotiation experience or proven skills
What can you expect from us
* Cost of living annual pay review
* Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Referral payment of £1000 (net of tax) for each successful referral
* Hybrid working for eligible roles
* Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.
Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.
Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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