Director of Business Development (Electrification) in Peterborough

Director of Business Development (Electrification)

Job Title: Director of Business Development (Electrification)

Salary/Grade: £108,990 – £130,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Full-time

Senioritiy Level: Not applicable

Responsibilities

• Lead and close complex, high‑value commercial agreements, navigate challenging stakeholder environments and resolve conflicts to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Introduce and sell new concepts, products, or solutions, particularly in electrification, energy or related technical fields.
• Identify market opportunities, articulate compelling value propositions and drive adoption with both new and existing customers.
• Build and lead high‑performing multidisciplinary teams focused on commercializing technical solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience identifying commercial opportunities and nurturing new accounts to drive business growth, structuring innovative deal frameworks.
• Deep industry knowledge in energy, renewables, construction or power industries.
• Demonstrated experience successfully completing significant internal and external negotiations.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop a high‑performing global team.
• Ability to introduce and sell innovative technical solutions, articulating compelling value propositions.
• Expert knowledge of decision‑making processes and tools; ability to analyse situations and reach productive decisions.
• Strong communication skills, adapting documents and presentations for a global audience.

Additional Information

• This position will require up to 50% travel (domestic and international).
• This position requires a 5‑day‑a‑week schedule in the office.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Up to 31% bonus
• Car allowance – £775 pcm
• Equity plan (yearly)
• Employee private healthcare
• Contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double employee’s contribution up to 10%.
• Contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of employee’s contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits including dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to a reduced‑carbon future.

EEO Statement

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.