Business Development Manager – Energy & Utility Management
Job Summary
Description
At Optimised we help organisations take control of energy utilities and sustainability performance - reducing cost carbon and operational complexity at scale.
Were looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate growth across our Utility Management division.
Following continued growth across our energy and sustainability services were investing further in our commercial team to support increasing market demand.
This is a high-impact role for someone who knows the energy and utilities space enjoys building relationships at senior level and thrives on turning opportunities into long-term partnerships.
If youre motivated by winning new business influencing strategic conversations and working for a company genuinely driving the transition to net zero wed love to hear from you.
Why join Optimised
Were not just another consultancy.
As a certified B Corp we combine commercial performance with genuine environmental impact - helping organisations reduce energy consumption control utility spend and accelerate decarbonisation.
With offices across the UK this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with strong momentum ambitious plans and a clear purpose.
Our solutions span:
The opportunity
This is a consultative sales role focused on winning new Utility Management clients across the UK.
Reporting to the Head of New Business youll take ownership of the full sales lifecycle - from identifying and developing opportunities through to negotiation close and handover into delivery.
Youll have the autonomy to build relationships shape opportunities and influence commercial growth supported by a dedicated new business business generation and marketing team
Youll engage with senior stakeholders across finance procurement sustainability and operations helping organisations improve how they manage energy cost and carbon.
This role suits someone who:
At Optimised we have selected agencies who we work with and will not consider CVs or speculative proposals from any agencies outside of this and therefore we kindly request you not to contact us.
Any CVs received from any agency which is not nominated to work for this specific position and which are not received via our internal ATS will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the Optimised with no obligation to pay agency fees.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible working environment that promotes diversity. We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert or seeking an alternative working pattern. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth diversity and inclusion for everyone
If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be your application please feel free to note which pronouns you use.
At Optimised we help organisations take control of energy utilities and sustainability performance - reducing cost carbon and operational complexity at scale.
Were looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate growth across our Utility Management division.
Following continued growth across our energy and sustainability services were investing further in our commercial team to support increasing market demand.
This is a high-impact role for someone who knows the energy and utilities space enjoys building relationships at senior level and thrives on turning opportunities into long-term partnerships.
If youre motivated by winning new business influencing strategic conversations and working for a company genuinely driving the transition to net zero wed love to hear from you.
Why join Optimised
Were not just another consultancy.
As a certified B Corp we combine commercial performance with genuine environmental impact - helping organisations reduce energy consumption control utility spend and accelerate decarbonisation.
With offices across the UK this is an exciting opportunity to join a business with strong momentum ambitious plans and a clear purpose.
Our solutions span:
- Utility Management
- Net Zero Reporting & Sustainability
- Energy Management Data & Performance
The opportunity
This is a consultative sales role focused on winning new Utility Management clients across the UK.
Reporting to the Head of New Business youll take ownership of the full sales lifecycle - from identifying and developing opportunities through to negotiation close and handover into delivery.
Youll have the autonomy to build relationships shape opportunities and influence commercial growth supported by a dedicated new business business generation and marketing team
Youll engage with senior stakeholders across finance procurement sustainability and operations helping organisations improve how they manage energy cost and carbon.
This role suits someone who:
- understands the energy and utility management landscape
- can build credibility quickly with senior decision-makers
- enjoys developing strategic relationships
- is commercially sharp and target-driven
- wants to be part of a business making a genuine difference
At Optimised we have selected agencies who we work with and will not consider CVs or speculative proposals from any agencies outside of this and therefore we kindly request you not to contact us.
Any CVs received from any agency which is not nominated to work for this specific position and which are not received via our internal ATS will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the Optimised with no obligation to pay agency fees.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible working environment that promotes diversity. We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert or seeking an alternative working pattern. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth diversity and inclusion for everyone
If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best - please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be your application please feel free to note which pronouns you use.
Requirements
- Proven B2B sales experience within energy utilities sustainability or related consultancy sectors
- Strong track record of securing new business and consistently delivering against targets
- Experience managing complex consultative sales cycles
- Strong understanding of utility management energy procurement cost management or sustainability drivers
- Excellent communication presentation and negotiation skills
- Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders confidently
- Commercially minded with strong proposal and solution development capability
- Highly driven commercially focused and motivated by delivering results
- A genuine passion for sustainability and helping organisations transition towards net zero
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Optimised are an award-winning energy consultancy which optimises clients business energy from supply to energy management and facility usage, to help them reduce costs whilst on their journey towards net-zero.