Astute''s Power Team is partnering with a leading energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a Business Development Manager with a mature network within the Data Centre industry.

The strategically important Business Development Manager role comes with a competitive salary and performance-based bonus.

If you''re a Business Development Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Business Development Manager role

Reporting to the Managing Director you will:

• Build strategic partnerships with data centre developers, EPC contractors, and hyperscale operators from the earliest planning phases.
• Identify and engage key decision-makers to influence project direction and outcomes.
• Shape and guide energy concept designs to align with client needs and sustainability goals.
• Coordinate internal technical teams to deliver solution designs and compelling proposals.
• Create and execute go-to-market strategies tailored to hyperscale, colocation, and edge data centre clients.
• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline focused on resilient power, carbon reduction, and energy efficiency solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and proactively address emerging demands such as low-carbon and grid-independent infrastructure.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking forums.

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Proven success in business development across energy, power systems, data centre infrastructure.
• Strong network within the data centre industry, including developers, planners, EPCs, and consultants.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK data centre market, particularly around site development and energy requirements.
• Strategic mindset combined with a practical, hands-on approach to driving deals.
• Skilled communicator with strong commercial negotiation expertise.
• Advantageous to have a technical foundation in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering disciplines.

The role would suit someone who is:

• Builds strong relationships and earns trust with senior stakeholders.
• Communicates persuasively and adapts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrates commercial awareness and identifies new opportunities.
• Stays resilient under pressure and adapts quickly to change.
• Works collaboratively across teams to deliver effective solutions.

• A competitive salary dependant on current experience
• Performance based bonus and incentives
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and buy/sell annual leave opportunities
• Company Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Benefit Portal
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

INDPOW

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