EV Sales Specialist in Colchester, Essex

Who we are: We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role: As part of EV Sales Team, the EV Sales Specialist will;

• Achieve annual EAC sales targets, including charge‑point installations and gross margin goals.
• Provide expert insight into the EV market and Drax’s EV solutions.
• Collaborate with Sales Support, Commissioning, wider Drax sales teams, and Third‑Party Intermediaries to convert and deliver opportunities.
• Clearly articulate the value of “Why Drax EV” to prospective customers.
• Build and develop strong relationships with existing customers and new prospects.
• Demonstrate persistence and resilience to consistently meet sales targets.
• Manage daily tasks with accuracy, efficiency, and proactive initiative.
• Maintain strong cross‑functional relationships across Drax Group to support wider team objectives.
• Undertake all required administrative duties and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Be able to clearly demonstrate all stages of the customer contracting journey for all customers in pipeline.

Who we’re looking for: To be successful in this role you’ll ideally have…

• Wide EV industry experience, including strong technical understanding of EV infrastructure and installation within the energy sector.
• A confident and personable communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders across Drax and customer organisations.
• Strong presentation and written communication abilities, capable of delivering clear, compelling messages.
• Excellent active listening skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in small groups, while also able to work independently or remotely with equal effectiveness.
• Proven success in securing and managing flagship customer accounts.
• Demonstrated strength in building and maintaining long‑term customer relationships.
• Proficient in sales administration and reporting, including quotations, proposals, pipeline management, and the creation and delivery of promotional materials and customer presentations.
• An engineering, technical or electrical qualification would be advantageous.

Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
• Private Healthcare
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
• Personal accident cover
• Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background.

How to apply: Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com.