Senior Business Development Manager

Zenith People; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive technology company is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager in the UK to lead efforts in driving European growth. The ideal candidate has proven experience in electrification and a strong network across Europe, especially in Germany or Sweden. This role offers extensive travel, the chance to build relationships with major industry players, and competitive benefits including private healthcare and an EV salary sacrifice scheme.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Competitive salary

EV salary sacrifice scheme

Enhanced family leave

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electric motors, transmissions, or related technologies.
• Experience working in ISO9001 environments and managing commercial processes.
• A track record of selling into automotive or commercial vehicle sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts across Europe.
• Travel extensively to meet customers and attend exhibitions.
• Build and manage strong relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers.

Skills

Experience in electric motors

Fluency in a second European language

Ability to translate complex technical concepts

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Business Development Manager to play a key role in driving European growth within a small yet ambitious and purpose‑led company. Our client is seeking someone with proven experience in electrification or motor drives, coupled with a strong network across Europe—particularly in Germany or Sweden.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that designs and manufactures cutting‑edge, sustainable electric motor and powertrain technologies for global customers. With the backing of a recent investment from a Tier 1 global supplier, the business is scaling rapidly, expanding its reach, and building on trusted technology with bold ambition. You'll gain visibility, recognition, and the chance to grow alongside a company that is moving fast and making a real impact.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts across Europe, with a strong focus on Germany and Sweden.
• Travel extensively to meet customers, attend exhibitions, and represent AEM at key industry events.
• Build and manage strong relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and commercial vehicle manufacturers.
• Use market intelligence to shape product development and align with AEM's strategic vision.
• Identify emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and competitive dynamics to keep AEM ahead of the curve.
• Speak a second European language—German preferred—to support relationship‑building and market penetration.

Requirements

• Proven experience in electric motors, transmissions, or related technologies.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling messages.
• Experience working in ISO9001 environments and managing commercial processes.
• A track record of selling into automotive or commercial vehicle sectors, including negotiating supply agreements.
• Fluency in a second European language is essential.

Benefits

• Private healthcare, critical illness, and death‑in‑service cover
• Competitive salary and pension contributions
• EV salary sacrifice scheme with FREE onsite charging
• Enhanced family leave25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Flexible working around core hours