Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experince is Required)

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

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Business Development Manager to join their growing Rail team focused on the UK Light Rail market. Your primary responsibilities will include developing and executing sales strategies, maintaining customer satisfaction, and engaging key stakeholders. This role offers a rewarding career path with opportunities for growth and development, along with competitive benefits, including a car allowance and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Car Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme and Life Assurance

Online Discount Portal

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or Sales Manager in the UK Light Rail sector.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and target market.
• Ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategy for UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth for Rail business.
• Provide account management to existing Light Rail clients.

Skills

Account Management

Sales Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Interpersonal Skills

Data Utilization

Tools

Salesforce

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

Client:

Telent

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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 sales strategy for UK Light Rail market.
• Drive sales and profit growth for 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 existing Light Rail clients.
• Utilize data from across the Rail business to establish leads and sell group solutions and wider Telent capabilities focusing 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 new business mentality.
• Strong understanding of target market and procurement processes.
• Ability to leverage and build relationships 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.
• Collaborate with the wider Telent Rail team to gather relevant information for solutions.

What we offer:

A career at Telent offers opportunities to develop, learn new skills, and impact the future of UK transport. We are committed to an inclusive culture that values diversity and ideas. Join us to help shape UK transport.

The additional benefits include:

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

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Learn more about us at https://telent.com/careers

About Telent:

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in design, build, support, and maintenance of mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure in the UK. Join us to make a real impact and fulfill your potential with a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals.