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Do you want to help power your career and be part of an evolving energy industry?Apply (by clicking the relevant button) after checking through all the related job information below.An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Business Development Lead to join our Commercial team.As a Business Development Lead, you will develop the market opportunity for diversification of investment into new meter markets and Low Carbon Technologies. You will also identify, cultivate and win new business.Along with a competitive salary up to 70,000 (dependant on experience), we also offerEnrolment into our double matched pension scheme25 days holiday (increasing with tenure) plus bank holidaysUp to 20% annual performance bonusA car allowance schemeWere excited to hear from candidates with a passion for our company and the industry and a desire to succeed. Apply now and well be in touch.Key Responsibilities:Assess the viability to diversify capital investment into other investment streams.Develop business cases for the investment into water metering, Industrial & Commercial metering, Low Carbon Technologies, micro grid, independent networks and assess the viability for overseas investment.Developing a business development strategy focused on financial gain specifically focused on alternative investment.Conducting research to identify new markets and customer needs.Promoting the companys products/services addressing or predicting clients objectives.Building long-term relationships with new and existing customers.Identifying new business opportunities, including new markets, new clients, new partnerships or new products and services.Pitching sales and products to new and existing clients.Attending conferences and events to build relationships with industry partners and stay up to date with new trends.Creating sales forecasts and actively working towards reaching them.Possessing a strong understanding of the companys services, the competition in the industry and positioning.Regular travel to various locations to attend business meetings, client interactions and industry eventsKey Competencies:Competent in the areas of emerging smart-home market, new energy products and technologiesStrong financial analytical skillsExcellent oral and written communication skills; confident communication at senior management levelExcellent leadership and team managementGood at adapting and problem solvingStrong emotional intelligenceQualifications and AttributesEssential qualifications and experience:Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a relevant subject/roleRelevant experience in a sales or business development roleExperience working within the Utility sectorDesirable qualifications and experience:Sales and marketing qualificationsManagement training or qualificationsKnowledge and experience of renewable energy marketKnowledge of new energy market and emerging opportunitiesAn understanding and experience of market regulations in relation to smart technologyClick here to apply today or send a CV to recruitment@northernpowergrid.com quoting reference R6945.Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.Posted: 23/05/2025Closing date for applications: OngoingApplicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital