Strategic Business Developer - Multi-Utility (North UK)

ESP Utilities Group Ltd; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ESP Utilities Group Ltd is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive sustainable growth across the multi-utility sector. The role focuses on building trusted relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering value to both new and existing clients.

The ideal candidate will cover the North of England and Scotland, work with the commercial team to prioritise leads, and negotiate contracts in line with ESP’s guidelines.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development within the multi-utility sector (gas/electric/water).
• Ability to identify opportunities, qualify deals and manage a sales pipeline.
• Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver volume and value targets.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the multi-utility sector.
• Meet with prospective clients to document requirements and articulate ESP value.
• Create and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Generate and manage a robust pipeline across public and private sector utilities.
• Lead client engagement activities including meetings, presentations, and industry events.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities.
• Prioritise leads with the commercial team and negotiate contracts per company guidelines.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Public speaking

Job description

ESP Utilities Group Ltd is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive sustainable growth across the multi-utility sector. The role focuses on building trusted relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering value to both new and existing clients.

The ideal candidate will cover the North of England and Scotland, work with the commercial team to prioritise leads, and negotiate contracts in line with ESP’s guidelines.