Group Business Development Director – UK Infrastructure/Utilities Sector
Base Salary: £180k
Benefits: Executive Car/Allowance, Generous Pension and Bonuses with possible Equity.
Location: United Kingdom
Sector: Infrastructure/Water/Power
Our client is a prominent, established UK Infrastructure and Utilities company is undertaking a strategic search for a highly accomplished Group Business Development Director.
This is a mission-critical, senior leadership appointment, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, with ultimate accountability for the group’s organic and inorganic growth trajectory.
The Role
You will be charged with developing and implementing a comprehensive group-wide business development strategy.
Identifying, assessing, and prioritising new business streams, market opportunities, and potential strategic partnerships or acquisitions that align with the group’s long-term corporate objectives.
Overseeing the development and meticulous management of a robust sales pipeline, focusing on high-value, complex, and regulated infrastructure contracts across energy, water, telecommunications sectors.
Leading all stages of the tender and bidding process, including commercial negotiations, risk assessment, and financial modelling to ensure optimal shareholder value and sustainable profitability.
Building and maintaining influential relationships with key governmental bodies, regulatory authorities, major clients, and industry stakeholders across the UK to position the company as a partner of choice.
Mentoring and managing the existing Business Development team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation, ethical practices, and measurable results.
The Person
The ideal candidate will be a strategic visionary with a verifiable track record of success at a senior level within the infrastructure, utilities, or a closely related highly regulated industry.
Will have demonstrable success in winning large-scale, multi-year contracts (typically valued at £100m+.
A strong understanding of UK procurement processes and public sector frameworks is essential.
A degree-level education in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Business, Finance). An advanced business qualification (e.g., MBA) is highly desirable.
Exceptional commercial and financial acumen, coupled with superior communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Must be a self-starter who thrives in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
Unfortunately, due to our high number of applications we are unable to respond to all applicants. If you do not hear back within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Please email your CV to info@alfa-executive.com quoting ref PJ/ALFA/GBDD