Nuclear Business Development Lead

AECOM; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consulting firm in the UK is seeking a forward-thinking Business Development Manager to lead its nuclear business development efforts. You will implement growth strategies, identify new markets, and manage key client relationships. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering or Business, proven leadership in business development, and the ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment. A full UK driving licence is also required, along with security clearance eligibility.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Technical practice networks

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Demonstrable record of successfully planning bidding and winning new work.
• Able to provide strategic guidance based on knowledge and experience of the nuclear sector.
• Proven experience of providing leadership in business development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth in nuclear and defence sectors.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders including contractors and partners.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

Direct Sales

B2B Sales

Strategic Planning

Negotiation

Lead Generation

Education

Degree in Engineering/Business (or equivalent)

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to forge strategic partnerships and deliver innovative solutions that power the future of nuclear energy

AECOM are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Business Development Manager to grow and strengthen our existing nuclear pipeline.

As the Nuclear Business Development Lead you will have the vision and passion we need to strengthen and grow our nuclear portfolio. You will be responsible for securing AECOMs future pipeline of Nuclear Work through the strategy developed with the Senior Nuclear team.

You will lead the development of new opportunities and will establish key contacts with clients, partners, contractors and suppliers. You will develop the contacts required to grow our business building on a demonstrable specialism in this area.

What you'll do:

• Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth in the nuclear and defence sectors
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, markets and partnerships
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders including government contractors and industry partners
• Lead the development of the opportunities pipeline and proposals for new frameworks and projects
• Monitor and analyse market trends, competitor activities and regulatory changes affecting the nuclear and defence industries
• Plan a yearly strategy for representation at nuclear industry events in line with key pursuits.

Come grow with us. Become part of our dynamic team which boasts a team of leading and innovating industry experts. Collaborate with top-tier engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects from small initiatives to large-scale ventures all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And let’s not forget about the perks at AECOM. You’ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work‑life balance that suits you, technical practice networks, AECOM University and volunteering days.

Qualifications:

Ready to push the limits of what's possible

What we’re looking for:

Experience:

• Demonstrable record of successfully planning bidding and winning new work
• Able to provide strategic guidance based on knowledge and experience of the nuclear sector.
• Proven experience of providing leadership and undertaking business development with the nuclear sector.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering / Business (or equivalent)
• Chartered Member of the relevant Institution (or working towards)
• Demonstrable expertise and an extensive track record in business development
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to meet the requirements for security clearance in the UK.

You will also be self‑motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline‑driven team environment.

Security Clearance

Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited.

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us. At AECOM we value everyone’s unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

Want to find out more about the role or what working at AECOM is like? You can learn more about us here: Candidate Brochure & Energy Brochure.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to programme and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment our public‑ and private‑sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and well‑being programmes to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm and we’re in this together; your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm, access to industry‑leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each person’s potential and will help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confidence Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition who meet the minimum / essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confidence Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Sales Experience
• Direct Sales
• B2B Sales
• Marketing
• Sales Pipeline
• Salesforce
• Strategic Planning
• Enterprise Sales
• Negotiation
• Lead Generation
• Contracts

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1