Business Relationship Manager

The Recruitment Group; East Midlands, Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing UK energy consultancy is seeking a Business Relationship Manager in Leicester to strategically secure and grow corporate accounts. The role involves cultivating new business, managing client relationships, and providing expert energy solutions. The company offers a generous commission structure, annual pay reviews, and opportunities for career growth in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Generous commission structure for managed clients

Annual pay review every April

Performance-based incentives and bonus scheme

Early Friday finish

33 days holiday, including Bank Holidays

Private healthcare option

Regular staff social events

Clear opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in energy sales; client-facing role.
• Experience managing customer portfolios of 1GW or more.
• Professional telephone manner and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business acquisition through outreach and networking.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of key clients.
• Lead strategic discussions, offering advice on energy solutions.

Skills

Energy sales

Client management

Business development

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

Job Title: Business Relationship Manager
Salary: Up to GBP55K
Location: Leicester LE1
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:45am-5pm

The Recruitment Group is proud to be working with a growing UK-based energy consultancy that is committed to empowering businesses of all sizes to take control of their energy consumption. As part of their continued growth and expansion, they are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to take strategic ownership of securing and growing corporate accounts, focusing on winning new business and nurturing existing client relationships, using a consultative and commercially driven approach.

Company Benefits of the Business Relationship Manager:

• Generous commission structure for managed clients
• Annual pay review every April
• Performance-based incentives and bonus scheme
• Early Friday finish to kick-start your weekend
• 33 days holiday, including Bank Holidays
• Private healthcare option, supporting your health and wellbeing
• Regular staff social events, fostering a fun and collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for career progression and personal development

Main duties and responsibilities of the Business Relationship Manager:

• Proactively drive new business acquisition through outreach, networking, and leveraging industry knowledge
• Manage and grow a portfolio of key clients with a focus on retention and upselling opportunities
• Lead strategic client discussions, offering expert advice on energy solutions and utility services
• Conduct Meter Operator and kVA reviews for all new clients
• Oversee Data Collector appointments and ensure data integration with our energy platform
• Collaborate with admin support to deliver seamless client onboarding, reporting, invoice validation, and supplier queries
• Keep CRM up to date with all internal and external interactions
• Ensure regular reporting to clients, demonstrating the value we deliver through savings and efficiency
• Maintain compliance with internal and client quality measures

Experience/knowledge requirements for the Business Relationship Manager:

• Has proven experience in energy sales, in a similar client-facing role
• Is confident in developing new business and managing a personal sales pipeline
• Has experience managing customer portfolios of 1GW or more
• Demonstrates a professional and articulate telephone manner, with excellent communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, self-directed environment
• Is commercially aware, client-focused, and enthusiastic about building long-term relationships
• Brings experience in supplier management and coordination
• Has a solid track record in client retention and relationship development

Please call Alice at The Recruitment Group to find out more about this position.