We are seeking a commercially driven Sales & Business Development Manager to grow the Power Consulting business with a primary focus on the UK and a broader remit across Europe. Based in the UK this role is central to expanding our consulting footprint with utilities transmission operators developers industrial customers and fastgrowing segments such as data centres and emobility.

You will work closely with Hitachi Energys regional Sales and Business Unit teams to position Power Consulting as a highvalue trusted partner in the European energy transition. This is a highimpact autonomous role for someone who combines strong commercial skills with deep energy market insight

• Lead business development for Power Consulting in the UK building a robust opportunity pipeline across utilities TSOs developers industrials data centres and emobility customers.

• Leverage your UK network to build longterm relationships with key decisionmakers supported by Hitachi Energy account teams.

• Identify and shape consulting opportunities in areas such as offshore wind grid planning HVDC flexibility and storage power quality and digital grids.

• Track regulatory and market developments (e.g. Ofgem REMA Connections Reform) to proactively position our services.

• Extend successful UK initiatives across Europe in close collaboration with regional Sales and BU teams.

• Drive sales priorities across the Power Consulting units with clear focus on order intake margin and portfolio mix.

• Promote collaboration with Hitachi Group companies and partners to support growth particularly in digital data centre and emobility offerings.

• Build lasting relationships with European utilities grid operators developers and energy authorities.

• Own the full sales cycle from opportunity identification through proposal negotiation and contract award.

• Lead the development of compelling differentiated proposals with strong commercial and risk positioning.

• Ensure strong internal alignment and communication across consulting units and Sales teams throughout the capture process.

• Monitor market trends and competitors to support the development of futureready consulting offerings.

• Represent Power Consulting at industry events and conferences across the UK and Europe.

• Contribute to thought leadership content that strengthens our market positioning and credibility.

• Ensure compliance with all internal policies and external regulations.

• Act in line with Hitachi Energys core values of safety and integrity taking ownership and accountability in all actions.

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Energy Systems Business or related field (Masters or PhD advantageous).

• 8 years experience in sales business development or consulting within the power or energy sector.

• Strong experience in the UK energy market with an established professional network.

• Good understanding of power systems renewables integration grid modernisation HVDC storage and digital solutions.

• Experience across European energy markets is an advantage.

• Proven track record in consultative selling and closing complex engagements.

• Comfortable working autonomously in a fastevolving environment.

• Valid work authorisation for the UK and willingness to travel (up to 40%).