Head of Business Development

ESP Utilities Group Ltd; Leatherhead; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking a Head of Business Development to spearhead customer acquisition and retention strategies across the UK. This remote-based position involves identifying new opportunities and managing relationships with developers and construction partners. The ideal candidate will lead tender submissions and be responsible for strategic growth initiatives. Travel across the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a robust strategy for customer acquisition and retention across networks.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with developers and construction partners.
• Lead the full tendering lifecycle ensuring submissions are competitive and compliant.

Job description

Head of Business Development

ESP Utilities is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Business Development to join our expanding team. This role will lead the development and execution of ESP’s customer acquisition and retention strategy.

ESP Utilities is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head Of Business Development to join our expanding team. This role will lead the development and execution of ESP’s customer acquisition and retention strategy.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, securing tenders, and fostering long-term partnerships to achieve annual growth targets. A key objective is to position ESP as the utility partner of choice for developers and construction stakeholders.

This is a remote based role but will cover the UK so travel will be involved.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth

Design and implement a robust strategy to drive customer acquisition and retention across gas, electricity, and water networks.

Customer Relationship Management

Cultivate and strengthen relationships with Developers, Independent Connection Providers (ICPs), Consultants, Contractors and Construction partners to maximise quoting and conversion opportunities.

Tender Management

Lead the full tendering lifecycle, ensuring submissions are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.

Pre-Sales & Bid Support

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