EHV Business Development Manager

Leep Utilities

EHV Business Development Manager expanding Leep Utilities’ UK electricity, water and heat network adoption. Managing prospecting, negotiations and client handovers across developers, ICPs, SLPs and utility consultants.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeReading • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building relationships with stakeholders, managing the sales pipeline, and negotiating commercial terms. Proficient in understanding electrical and water networks while effectively utilizing Microsoft 365 and Dynamics for business development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales ExperienceStakeholder ManagementNegotiation TechniquesUnderstanding of NAV, IDNO, DNO MarketsProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales Pipeline ManagementCommercial Risk MitigationElectrical Networks KnowledgeWater Networks KnowledgeEnd-to-End Sales Process Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingAbility to Work Under PressureCreative SkillsFlexible Approach

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Dynamics SuiteSocial Media Platforms

Industry Keywords

BESSEHV OpportunitiesUtility ConsultantsBusiness DevelopmentOperations Handover

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and develop relationships with developers, ICPs, SLPs and utility consultants, both new and existing
Build the sales pipeline through prospecting and networking, including BESS and other EHV opportunities
Work with the wider Business Development team to develop sales and marketing growth strategies and plans
Negotiate with business owners, directors, finance, procurement and energy managers to maximise commercial terms
Manage the end-to-end sales process from prospecting through to operations handover
Work closely with Operations to understand client requirements and identify potential project delivery solutions
Attend seminars, conferences and events where appropriate
Use social media platforms to help build Leep brand awareness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous sales experience and understanding of the NAV, IDNO or DNO markets
Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels
Confident using Microsoft 365 and Dynamics suite of applications
Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving and creative skills
Ability to stay calm under pressure and keep to deadlines
Strong sales and negotiation techniques
Solid knowledge of electrical and water networks
Awareness of commercial risk and experience mitigating risks
Flexible approach to travel, work location and hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
An additional day off to celebrate your birthday
Car allowance
Commission scheme, eligible after probation
Company pension plan
Health Cash plan through Westfield Health
Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme
Engagement committee with events throughout the year, including Christmas Party, Summer Party and individual team socials
Paid professional memberships relevant to your role
Access to professional development opportunities