Nuclear Growth & Partnerships Manager

Astute People; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Enhanced pension (8%)

25 days holiday + birthday off

Job summary

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a specialist nuclear engineering and technology organisation to recruit a Business Development Manager to support key business growth across their plant and equipment team.

The role focuses on identifying new markets, developing key client relationships and securing opportunities across nuclear and wider engineering sectors. Hybrid working and a salary of 50,000–80,000 are offered, plus enhanced pension and 25 days holiday (birthday off).

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Track record of winning new business and converting opportunities.
• Experience developing and managing client and supplier relationships across public and private sector markets.
• Experience working on design and build projects within highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of CRM systems, such as Salesforce, would be advantageous.
• Experience in the nuclear industry would be beneficial, although not essential.
• Relevant formal qualifications or professional training would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development activities, identifying and pursuing new opportunities in line with strategic growth objectives.
• Develop new client relationships while managing and strengthening existing accounts.
• Identify, qualify and secure new business opportunities, contributing directly to sales performance, order intake and revenue growth.
• Research market trends, customer requirements and competitor activity to identify potential opportunities.
• Develop account plans, opportunity capture strategies and sales forecasts.
• Act as the first point of contact for new business enquiries, presenting the organisation's capabilities to prospective clients.
• Coordinate pre-sales activities, working with technical, commercial and delivery teams to develop solutions that meet customer requirements.
• Work closely with the tendering team to progress opportunities from initial engagement through to formal tender submission.
• Manage opportunities and client information through CRM systems, maintaining accurate records and reporting.
• Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions and conferences to build networks and generate new leads.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to develop competitive proposals and maximise opportunities.
• Support marketing activities, including the development of presentations, sales collateral and tender content.
• Undertake regular UK and overseas travel as required.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Tools

Salesforce

PowerPoint

Job description

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a specialist nuclear engineering and technology organisation to recruit a Business Development Manager to support key business growth across their plant and equipment team.

The role focuses on identifying new markets, developing key client relationships and securing opportunities across nuclear and wider engineering sectors. Hybrid working and a salary of 50,000–80,000 are offered, plus enhanced pension and 25 days holiday (birthday off).