Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Business Development Manager to join their growing Rail team focused on UK Light Rail. This role involves developing sales strategies, engaging with key stakeholders, and ensuring client satisfaction while working from home and traveling as needed.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Car Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Pension and Life Assurance

Online Discount Portal

Qualifications

• Experience as Business Development or Sales Manager in UK Light Rail sector.
• Proven success in new business development.
• Understanding of target market and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategy for UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth for the Rail business in UK Light Rail.
• Engage with stakeholders in local authorities and transport operators.

Skills

Sales

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Team Collaboration

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Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Newport

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Client:

Telent

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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Job Description:

Business Development Manager - Rail (Light Rail)

We are looking for an experienced sales individual to join our 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.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategy for UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth for the Rail business in UK Light Rail.
• Engage with stakeholders in local authorities, transport operators, government, and infrastructure partners.
• Maintain customer satisfaction and advocacy.
• Collaborate on bid and proposal development.
• Provide account management to existing Light Rail clients.
• Utilize data to generate leads and sell group solutions.
• Maintain sales forecasts and pipeline reports using Salesforce and Sales Plans.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience as Business Development or Sales Manager in UK Light Rail sector.
• Proven success in new business development.
• Understanding of target market and procurement processes.
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience using data for solution development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Team collaboration skills.

Benefits:

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

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure. Join us to make a real impact and develop your potential in a supportive, inclusive environment. Visit https://telent.com/careers to learn more.