Business Development Executive

Job summary

Identify and secure new business opportunities across electrical engineering and power systems markets, while developing customer relationships, proposals, and profitable contracts. Create growth strategies and sales forecasts, collaborate with internal teams to deliver customer solutions, and represent the company at industry events.

Job details

Role The Business Development Executive will be responsible for identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities within the electrical engineering and power systems industry across the South of England, working with both existing and new customers, including end users and facilities management businesses. Key Responsibilities Market Development Identify and pursue new business opportunities in target markets such as industrial automation, power generation, power generation, transmission & distribution, renewable energy and electrical infrastructure projects Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitive landscape and customer needs Sales & Client Management Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, consultants, EPCs and government agencies Develop tailored proposals and quotations in coordination with the technical and engineering teams Negotiate contracts, pricing, and project terms to close profitable deals Strategic Planning Develop and execute business growth strategies aligned with company goals Forecast sales performance and report on business development activities, pipeline status and revenue targets Collaboration Work closely with internal teams (engineering, procurement, project management and marketing) to deliver customer solutions and ensure satisfaction Provide market feedback to guide product development and innovation Brand & Network Expansion Represent the company at trade shows, industry events and professional networking opportunities Promote the company’s capabilities and technical expertise to potential clients and partners Skills & Experience Required Minimum 5–8 years of experience in business development, sales, or project acquisition within the electrical or energy sector 2–5+ years of experience in control systems design and implementation Solid understanding of electrical systems, power equipment (e.g., switchgear, transformers, motors, control panels) and industrial automation solutions Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills Proficient in CRM systems, MS Office and business reporting tools Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Experience in increasing efficiencies/ cost savings Leadership skills Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required Sales management experience Self-motivated and focused on own development Project Pipeline Negotiation & Closure Experience Project Tendering and Procurement experience Desirable: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field Benefits 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays After 2 years of continuous service, 1 extra day’s leave per year, up to a maximum of 5 Long Service Awards Training and development opportunities Pension scheme Optical eyecare vouchers Death in Service Healthcare Birthday day-off Latest Careers Project Manager Category: Project Manager Location: Sidcup Salary: £62,436 - £79,126 Published On: February 23rd, 2026 ICP Estimator Category: ICP Estimator Location: Sidcup Salary: £47,599 – £60,581 Published On: May 14th, 2025 Bid Coordinator Category: Bid Coordinator Location: Sidcup Salary: £45,744 – £60,581 Published On: September 30th, 2025 Business Development Executive Category: Business Development Executive Location: Sidcup Salary: On application Published On: April 7th, 2026 Senior Authorised Person Req Number: 123457 Category: SAP Location: Sidcup Salary: £60,209 – £79,879 Published On: April 16th, 2025 12Next

What you’ll do

Identify and secure new business opportunities across electrical engineering and power systems markets, while developing customer relationships, proposals, and profitable contracts. Create growth strategies and sales forecasts, collaborate with internal teams to deliver customer solutions, and represent the company at industry events.

Requirements

Requires 5–8 years of business development, sales, or project acquisition experience in the electrical or energy sector, plus 2–5+ years in control systems design and implementation. Candidates should understand electrical equipment and industrial automation, have a record of meeting sales targets, and bring strong negotiation, communication, analytical, reporting, and leadership skills; a related bachelor's degree is desirable.

Benefits

• 25 Days' Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
• Additional Annual Leave for Long Service
• Long Service Awards
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Pension Scheme
• Optical Eyecare Vouchers
• Death in Service Benefit
• Healthcare
• Birthday Day Off

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Sales · Preferred
• CRM Systems · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Business Development
• Sales
• Electrical Systems
• Power Systems
• Control Systems Design
• Industrial Automation
• Market Research
• Client Relationship Management
• Proposal Development
• Contract Negotiation
• Sales Forecasting
• Pipeline Management
• Project Tendering
• Procurement
• CRM Systems
• Leadership

Job areas

• Sales
• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership