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Group Business Development Director

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Salary:

180000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Group Business Development Director – UK Infrastructure/Utilities Sector. This is a mission-critical, senior leadership appointment, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, with ultimate accountability for the group’s organic and inorganic growth trajectory.

Job Responsibility:

  • Developing and implementing a comprehensive group-wide business development strategy
  • Identifying, assessing, and prioritising new business streams, market opportunities, and potential strategic partnerships or acquisitions
  • Overseeing the development and meticulous management of a robust sales pipeline, focusing on high-value, complex, and regulated infrastructure contracts across energy, water, telecommunications sectors
  • Leading all stages of the tender and bidding process, including commercial negotiations, risk assessment, and financial modelling
  • Building and maintaining influential relationships with key governmental bodies, regulatory authorities, major clients, and industry stakeholders
  • Mentoring and managing the existing Business Development team

Requirements:

  • Strategic visionary with a verifiable track record of success at a senior level within the infrastructure, utilities, or a closely related highly regulated industry
  • Demonstrable success in winning large-scale, multi-year contracts (typically valued at £100m+
  • Strong understanding of UK procurement processes and public sector frameworks
  • A degree-level education in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, Finance)
  • Exceptional commercial and financial acumen, coupled with superior communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Must be a self-starter who thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment

Nice to have:

An advanced business qualification (e.g., MBA)

What we offer:
  • Executive Car/Allowance
  • Generous Pension
  • Bonuses with possible Equity

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 17, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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