Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Business Development Manager for their growing Rail team focused on the UK Light Rail market. The role involves creating and executing sales strategies, engaging stakeholders, and managing existing accounts. Applicants must have relevant sales experience in this sector, exceptional interpersonal skills, and a strong market understanding. The position offers opportunities for growth and includes benefits like a car allowance and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Car Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

Online Discount Portal

Qualifications

• Experience in account management and sales within the UK Light Rail market.
• Strong understanding of target market and procurement processes.
• Ability to leverage existing relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategy for UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth for the Rail business.
• Maintain and improve customer satisfaction.

Skills

Account management

Sales development

Interpersonal skills

Data utilization

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Salesforce

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Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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Job Description:

Business Development Manager

Job Description:

Business Development Manager - Rail (Light Rail)

Agile 6 Home and UK travel.

We are looking for an experienced sales individual to join our busy, rapidly growing Rail team focused on UK Light Rail. You will work from home and be required to travel to Light Rail customers and prospects throughout the UK as needed.

What you'll do:

• Develop and execute the sales strategy for the UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth for the Rail business from UK Light Rail.
• Identify and engage with key stakeholders in local authorities, transport operators, government, and infrastructure partners.
• Maintain and improve customer satisfaction and advocacy.
• Collaborate with bid and proposal teams to develop compelling, customer-focused proposals.
• Provide account management to some existing Light Rail clients.
• Utilize data from across the Rail business to establish leads and sell group solutions and wider Telent capabilities with a focus on Light Rail.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reporting using Salesforce and Sales Plans.

Who you are:

You will have previously worked as a Business Development Manager / Sales Manager within the UK Light Rail sector and have:

Key requirements:

• Experience in account management and sales within the UK Light Rail market.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business.
• Strong understanding of the target market and procurement processes.
• Ability to leverage existing relationships and build new ones with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in utilizing data and reports to identify solutions for Light Rail clients.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with people at all levels.
• Ability to collaborate with the wider Telent Rail team to gather relevant information and data for solutions.

What we offer:

At Telent, your career can span sectors, roles, technologies, and customers, providing opportunities to develop, learn new skills, and make an impact. We are growing, and rely on our committed team to deliver success.

We foster an inclusive culture that respects and values diversity, celebrates ideas, and supports everyone to thrive at work.

Be part of a team helping to shape the future of UK transport.

The additional benefits of this role include:

• 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Car Allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
• Online Discount Portal

About Telent:

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Our values and behaviors include:

• Be Inclusive
• Take Responsibility
• Collaborate
• Be Customer-focused

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About Us:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure across the UK. Our work helps connect communities using the latest technology and innovation. Join us to make a real impact and develop your potential among more than 3,000 dedicated professionals.

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We are guided by our values:

Be Inclusive, Take Responsibility, Collaborate, Be Customer-focused