Business Development Manager - B2B Utility Sales

Utility Bidder; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a proactive Business Development Manager to enhance client relationships and drive sales growth. This role offers the autonomy to shape your business strategy within a supportive team environment, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Paid birthday leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative, supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven success in B2B energy-sector sales role.
• Strong pipeline management and CRM competency required.
• Self-driven, highly organized, and able to manage multiple sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Own and grow sales pipeline from lead generation to contract close.
• Build trusted relationships with SME and mid-market clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align proposals and messaging.

Skills

Sales Management

Relationship Building

Market Intelligence

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

CRM

Job description

Business Development Manager – B2B Utility Sales

Salary: £35,000 base with OTE up to £60,000

Location: Field based with regular attendance in Leicester or Corby locations

We’re seeking an ambitious and proactive Business Development Manager to elevate our client base in the SME to mid-market segment. You’ll hit the ground running using essential sales tools and processes. A background in the energy industry is required. This role will allow the right person to leverage your energy-market expertise to make an immediate impact, the autonomy to shape and execute your own business strategy, and to be part of a growing team that values innovation.

What You’ll Do

Sales & Pipeline Management

• Own and grow your sales pipeline, from lead generation through contract close
• Take initiative to identify new business opportunities through networking, events, and outreach
• Manage CRM entries and sales processes fully to create great reliable data

Relationship Building & Market Intelligence

• Build trusted relationships with SME and mid-market clients to drive new sales
• Maintain a strong knowledge of competitor activity and market trends
• Position our services strategically based on insights and intelligence

Service Knowledge & Collaboration

• Gain strong familiarity with our energy-focused services and value proposition
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, technical) to align proposals and messaging
• Provide market feedback to inform product/service improvements

• Proven success in a b2b energy-sector sales role

• Strong pipeline management and CRM competency
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Self-driven, highly organised, and able to manage multiple sales cycles

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission – with commission paid on signature
• Hybrid working model with field and office time
• Professional development opportunities and industry events
• A collaborative, supportive team environment where your drive is appreciated
• 33 days holiday (inc bank holidays) – with the opportunity to buy & sell holidays
• Paid birthday leave (in addition to holidays above)
• Employee Assistance Programme – with 24/7 access to a Remote GP
• Cycle to work scheme & tech scheme
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance cover

Ready to Get Involved?
If you’re passionate about building relationships, closing deals, and growing within the energy sector—let’s talk.