Business Development Lead

Business Development Lead - Building Energy Services team

Salary: Competitive salary package including company car, bonus and comprehensive Veolia benefits

Location: Hybrid - Nationwide

Veolia’s Purpose;

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. 

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• Access to our company pension scheme

• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community 

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing?

We're seeking an experienced Business Development Lead to drive growth in our Building Energy Services division. Building Energy Services is focused on large-scale decarbonisation solutions for the Public Sector including Healthcare, Education, Justice and Defence sectors. Our solutions to decarbonise the public sector include innovative low-carbon systems, Heat Pumps, Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems and insulating cladding systems.  

• Lead the development and growth of new business opportunities in building energy and decarbonisation services

• Design and deliver energy solutions including Design & Build, Operations & Maintenance, and Energy Performance Contracts

• Manage complex tender processes and develop winning proposals

• Work closely with a number of internal stakeholders from our Technical, Operational, Financial, Legal and HR teams to co-design and put forward winning solutions.

• Maintain accurate sales pipeline using Salesforce CRM

• Develop and maintain senior stakeholder relationships across public sector clients

What are we looking for?

Technical

• Minimum 5 years' experience in energy sector sales/business development

• Strong understanding of decarbonisation technologies and solutions

• Experience in public sector tender processes

• Proven track record in solution sales with £5m+ deal values

Core Competencies

• Strategic account management and relationship building

• Commercial and financial modelling expertise

• Strong project management capabilities

• Excellent presentation and communication skills

• Experience leading cross-functional teams

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.