Business Development Executive

Brook Street; Nuneaton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Nuneaton is seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to identify and convert new opportunities in the renewable energy sector. This full-time role offers hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary between £25,000 and £30,000. The ideal candidate will have experience in business development or sales, strong communication skills, and a comfort with networking and using digital tools like LinkedIn. The role includes responsibilities like pipeline generation, client outreach, and attending industry events.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives

Training on heat pump technology

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales, ideally in renewables or commercial B2B environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident using LinkedIn for outreach and networking.
• Must be highly organized with multiple leads.
• Interest in using AI tools for efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Build a strong pipeline from early inquiry to tender stage.
• Conduct outreach to potential clients.
• Attend industry events to network and represent the company.
• Collaborate closely with design and marketing teams.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Communication skills

Networking

Organizational skills

AI tools familiarity

Tools

Glenigan

LinkedIn

Job description

Business Development Executive

Full Time | Hybrid Working

Monday to Friday

£25,000-£30,000 depending on experience

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Executive to identify, nurture and convert new opportunities for heat pump projects valued between £15k and £250k.

This role focuses on pipeline creation, market mapping and relationship‑building with architects, developers, consultants, M&E contractors and end users. You will use platforms such as Glenigan, LinkedIn and planning portals to source opportunities and generate leads.

You will then be responsible for putting together the estimates, by visiting site, understanding the plans and calculating the required works. Full training will be provided for this but some knowledge of mechanical systems is preferred but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

Pipeline Generation & Market Research

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities through Glenigan, LinkedIn, planning portals and developer announcements.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline from early enquiry through to tender stage.
• Research and map key contacts in architect practices, property developers, consultants and commercial estates teams.

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Conduct outreach to architects, consultants, developers and end users to introduce Hex Energy's services.
• Arrange and support CPDs, introductory calls, presentations and site visits.
• Maintain ongoing contact to position Hex Energy as the preferred low‑carbon heating partner.

Networking, Events & Industry Engagement

• Attend renewables, construction and sustainability events, representing Hex Energy professionally.
• Network with industry stakeholders to build brand awareness and uncover new project opportunities.
• Provide insight on market trends, competitor activity and customer needs.

Communication & Presentation

• Produce clear and professional written communications: outreach messages, CPD invites, capability decks, follow‑ups and meeting notes.
• Confidently communicate Hex Energy's offering and technical benefits at various levels.

Digital & AI‑Enabled Outreach

• Use LinkedIn proactively for prospecting, relationship‑building and content engagement.
• Leverage AI tools to assist with research, pipeline reporting, message drafting and content creation.
• Support marketing with sales‑focused content ideas when required.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with the sales, design and marketing teams to ensure aligned communication and seamless handover of leads.
• Provide weekly updates on pipeline activity, outreach progress and upcoming opportunities.

What we're looking for:

• Experience in business development, sales or account management, ideally in renewables, construction, HVAC, M&E, or commercial B2B environments.
• Strong communication skills‑both written and verbal.
• Confident using LinkedIn for outreach, networking and industry engagement.
• Comfortable using research tools such as Glenigan or similar databases.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple leads and deadlines.
• Confident attending events and networking with senior stakeholders.
• Interest in AI tools to improve efficiency and outreach.
• Must be able to commute to Nuneaton.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives.
• Hybrid working with weekly office collaboration in Nuneaton.
• Training on heat pump technology and the renewable industry.
• Clear progression opportunities as the team grows.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.