Power Consulting Growth Lead – UK & Europe

Hitachi; Madrid; On-site; EUR 101,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy UK Limited is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Lead to grow the Power Consulting business across the UK and Europe. You will work with regional sales and business units to position Power Consulting as a high‑value partner in the energy transition.

The role emphasizes building strategic relationships with utilities, operators, developers and data centers, owning the full sales lifecycle from opportunity to contract, and traveling up to 40%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor7s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Business, or related field (Master7s or PhD advantageous).
• 5+ years7 experience in sales, business development, or consulting within the power or energy sector.
• Strong experience in the UK energy market with an established professional network.
• Good understanding of power systems, renewables integration, grid modernisation, HVDC, storage, and digital solutions.
• Experience across European energy markets is an advantage.
• Proven track record in consultative selling and closing complex engagements.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-evolving environment.
• Valid work authorisation for the UK and willingness to travel (up to 40%).

Responsibilities

• Drive profitable growth of the Power Consulting business across the UK and support expansion throughout Europe.
• Build and strengthen strategic relationships with utilities, transmission operators, developers, industrial customers, data centres, and e-mobility stakeholders.
• Identify and convert consulting opportunities aligned with energy transition priorities, including grid modernization, renewables integration, HVDC, storage, and digital solutions.
• Own the full sales lifecycle from opportunity identification to proposal development, negotiation, and contract award.
• Collaborate with regional Sales teams, Business Units, and Hitachi Group companies to maximize market opportunities and customer value.
• Monitor market, regulatory, and competitive developments to shape business strategy and position Power Consulting as a trusted advisor.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at industry events, enhancing market visibility and strengthening customer engagement.
• Champion Hitachi Energy's values of safety, integrity, and accountability in all business activities.

Skills

Sales

Business development

Consulting

Education

Bachelor7s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master7s or PhD advantageous

Job description

Hitachi Energy UK Limited is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Lead to grow the Power Consulting business across the UK and Europe. You will work with regional sales and business units to position Power Consulting as a high‑value partner in the energy transition.

The role emphasizes building strategic relationships with utilities, operators, developers and data centers, owning the full sales lifecycle from opportunity to contract, and traveling up to 40%.