Business Development Manager Belfast, Northern Ireland
Job description
Job Description
Job Title: Business Development Manager – EV Charging Public Network
Contract: Permanent
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday
37.5 hours per week (9am – 5pm) flexible working options available.
Salary/package: £30k – £33k (commensurate with experience) plus OTE
£45k
Location: Weev Ltd. Buildings, 8 & 9 Edgewater Office Park, Edgewater Road, Dargan, Belfast, BT3 9JQ
Reporting to: EV Sales Manager
About Weev:
Weev has established itself as the fastest growing electric vehicle charging network in Northern Ireland providing solutions for EV drivers. We strive to make EV ownership accessible and convenient for everyone, from urban commuters to rural adventurers, creating a cleaner, healthier, and more connected community for all. With a planned 1,500 charging points we aim to be the first stop for local EV owners. By championing sustainable innovation and local partnerships, we are driving a brighter, greener future for Northern Ireland - one charge at a time.
Our mission is to accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation by providing innovative, reliable, and affordable EV solutions that reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality for a cleaner and more electrifying healthier planet. We aim to make charging fast, convenient, hassle-free, and available to all.
General Purpose
Due to our accelerated growth and expansion opportunities, we are looking to appoint two additional Business Development Managers to help us identify new locations for EV charging stations and work to secure partnerships and contracts to install charging infrastructure in those areas. The rapid growth in demand for EV charging is a reflection of the increasing adoption of electric vehicles in Northern Ireland. As more people switch to EVs, the need for a reliable and convenient public charging infrastructure is becoming more urgent.
We are committed to achieving excellence and strengthening our market position. In line with our growth plans, the role of Business Development Manager will be instrumental in driving our expansion and forging solid client relationships. The successful candidates will be tasked with identifying and capitalising on new business prospects, cultivating strategic partnerships, and propelling revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and strengthen the position of the company in the B2B market.
- Identify potential partners and stakeholders in the target sectors, including property managers, facility managers, and business owners, and build and maintain relationships with them.
- Create and implement new partnership models to expand business opportunities in various sectors regionally such as large corporates, hotels, supermarkets, convenience, and retail.
- Generate appointments with potential clients and stakeholders and pitch our products and services through cold calls and following up on leads.
- Achieve sales targets and deliver results through high levels of activity.
- Collaborate with internal teams to design, install, and commission EV charging solutions, ensuring that installations meet customer needs and are completed on time and within budget.
- Work with the technical team to conduct due diligence on potential sites to ensure that they meet the technical and operational requirements for EV charging stations.
- Ensure compliance with local and national regulations related to EV charging infrastructure installation in the target sectors.
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential customers in the target sectors to ensure a steady stream of new opportunities.
- Own customer contact from lead to successful implementation and execution of installation.
- Conduct pre-sales surveys and estimate costs for on street and off-street installations.
- Provide accurate quotations, negotiate contracts, and close deals with customers and partners.
- Be an ambassador for the company and maintain a positive reputation with customers and partners within the industry.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, with a focus on active listening and sharing accurate information about our products and services.
- Embrace organisational change proactively and work flexibly to adapt to a rapidly evolving market.
- Maintain thorough and efficient records of all contacts and engagements on our internal CRM system.
- Uphold our commitment to offering a first-class customer experience and build our brand awareness and reputation.
- Develop a strong knowledge of our products and services, attend job relevant training, and stay up to date with industry trends.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures, including health and safety and data protection guidelines at all times.
This list is not exhaustive but provides a good indication of the main responsibilities of the post.
Essential Criteria
- To be considered you must have proven experience in b2b sales or business development preferably in the following industries (renewable energy, smart grid, electric vehicles, energy storage, transportation infrastructure, or sustainable buildings.)
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building and maintaining relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders.
- Excellent attention to detail with good planning and organising skills to meet targets and deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft office applications (outlook, word, excel, PowerPoint) and have previous experience of CRM system.
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience of the EV charging industry, including technology, regulations, and competitive landscape an advantage.
If you are passionate about promoting sustainability and clean energy and have a proven track record of success in b2b sales or business development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
What we look for in a candidate:
- We know that working collaboratively will help us reach our shared goals faster, so we always look for individuals who are willing to help others.
- We expect individuals to take responsibility for their actions and make decisions based on what is right for people, profit, and the planet.
- A personable, friendly, and positive approach to colleagues and prospective clients.
- A self-starter with the hunger and drive to achieve excellent results.
- Well presented, confident and passionate attitude.
- We seek out individuals who are always looking for new ways to improve or do things differently.
- This is a role for a confident people-person, who thrives on meeting new people and influencing them.
You will be based at our Greater Belfast office which has free on-site parking.
Benefits
- Generous salary with OTE £45K
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of public and bank holidays)
- Private healthcare plan
- Life assurance
- Company pension scheme.
- EV vehicle
- Free EV home charger
Weev is an equal opportunity employer and appointments are based on merit.
Equality statement
We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of our community. We champion a culture where everyone feels valued and included. We are open to conversations about flexible working. If it’s right for our customers, our business, and you then we will do what we can to support it.
The UK Government maintains a list of occupations which are deemed to be in short supply. Weev believes that this role does not meet the criteria to be considered within the Home Office Shortage Occupation list. Therefore, we will not support an application for visa sponsorship and all applicants for this role must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK.
BDM/Public 0623
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Business development: 1 year (preferred)
- B2B sales: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: BDM/PM0623
