Strategic Client Development Manager

SSE plc; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Strategic Client Development Manager to drive profitable growth by managing key relationships within the energy sector. The role involves developing account plans, understanding client sustainability goals, and collaborating on commercial solutions. Candidates should have advanced knowledge in energy markets and a track record of strategic client relationship management. The position offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans

Qualifications

• Strong experience in energy supply contracts.
• Ability to derive solutions in complex environments.
• In-depth understanding of public policy levers.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with key accounts in energy.
• Develop and implement strategic account plans.
• Collaborate with Market Development Manager for solutions.

Skills

Experience in energy sector

Understanding of sustainability

Knowledge of energy markets

Strategic client relationship building

Commercial solutions development

Job description

Base Location:Reading, Cardiff, Perth, Glasgow or London

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

The Strategic Client Development Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting profitable growth across GB and IRL by managing relationships with key accounts, particularly within the data centre and hyperscaler and developer/operator segments. Reporting to the Strategic Client Development Director, the SCDM works collaboratively across ECS and SSE to deliver consultative sales, develop strategic account plans, and influence the development of integrated propositions.

You will

• Engage with key clients to understand their net-zero and organisational drivers.
• Foster strong relationships to enhance client loyalty and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement account plans detailing how ECS and SSE can drive growth.
• Collaborate with the Market Development Manager to provide commercial solutions.
• Lead the development and refinement of customer-facing propositions in collaboration with Market Development and Product teams.
• Influence the design of new commercial structures and contracting models.

You have

• Strong experience in the energy sector, in particular around energy supply contracts and large energy users, providing account management-related services.
• Understanding of customer drivers, especially in sustainability and net‑zero goals.
• In-depth understanding of energy markets, commercial drivers, and public policy levers across GB and IRL.
• Ability to connect societal trends with ECS’s strategic priorities.
• High degree of experience with an ability to derive solutions in complex environments while building strategic client relationships and regional growth platforms.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

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We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

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Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.