Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Full-Time 55000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Opus Perm

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive business growth in the CleanTech sector by securing new partnerships and winning opportunities.
  • Company: Join a pioneering company focused on sustainable living and innovative technology.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, excellent benefits, and career progression.
  • Other info: Dynamic field-based role with autonomy and collaboration across teams.
  • Why this job: Be part of a transformative journey towards clean technology and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Proven business development experience with strong relationship-building skills.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.

Field based/Remote with regular travel to Suffolk Office. Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + uncapped commission. OTE - £100,000.

Our client is powering the transition to clean, sustainable living - it's time to join the team at an exciting time! We are looking for a driven Business Development Manager with a true hunter mentality, someone who thrives on opening doors, creating new relationships, and winning business in a fast-growing, competitive market.

This is a field-based role with full autonomy across the UK, alongside weekly collaboration in HQ with product, engineering, and leadership teams. You will focus on securing new partnerships with OEMs active in the CleanTech sector with a focus on battery storage technologies initially but scope to widen your target list as opportunities arise.

  • Identify, target, and win new business opportunities across a range of customer types active in the CleanTech sector - these include domestic and commercial battery storage solutions, EV chargepoints, energy management and other products focused on delivering sustainable outcomes.
  • Build strong, long-term relationships through a consultative and solution led approach.
  • Present and position propositions to senior stakeholders and technical teams.
  • Lead the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through to proposal, negotiation, and close.
  • Work cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver accurate, scalable solutions.
  • Attend client meetings and industry events to represent the business and grow brand presence.
  • Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline management within the CRM.
  • Keep informed on CleanTech trends to shape new opportunities.

What you'll bring:

  • Proven experience in business development, particularly in a hunter role.
  • Background in CleanTech, energy, battery storage hardware or technology solutions is preferred.
  • Exceptional relationship building, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • An initiative-taking, ambitious approach with the drive to win new business.
  • Comfortable with a field-based role and regular travel across the UK.
  • A genuine passion for CleanTech, electrification, and sustainable technology.
  • Full, clean UK driving license.

Why Join our client?

  • Compelling value proposition with established technology and strong customer outcomes.
  • Perfect timing to join - new products, major partnerships, and strategic growth underway.
  • Competitive salary + performance bonus.
  • Excellent benefits package.
  • Real opportunities for career progression as business grows.
  • Excellent, supportive, and collaborative team culture.

Business Development Manager employer: Opus Perm

Opus is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work environment, perfect for those looking to kickstart their career in finance and administration. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, the Finance & Admin Apprentice role offers hands-on experience across various operational functions while working towards a Business Administration qualification. Located in a fast-paced recruitment business, Opus provides unique opportunities for collaboration and skill development, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Opus Perm

Contact Details:

Opus Perm Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Business Development Manager

Business Development
Relationship Building
Communication Skills
Negotiation Skills
Sales Cycle Management
Consultative Selling
CRM Proficiency