Business Development Manager

Water Business Development Lead

Do you have a deep understanding of the UK water utilities sector and a proven track record of driving significant business growth within the AMP cycles and regulatory frameworks?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Water Market Lead to join a pioneering company. This pivotal role will see you lead growth efforts in the water utilities sector, focusing on opportunities with Water Companies (WaSCs), major contractors, and navigating relationships with regulators (Ofwat).

Why you should apply for the Water Market Lead position:

• Strategic Portfolio Leadership: This role offers a clear path to leading and growing a dedicated Water Utilities portfolio, with potential P&L responsibility.

• Make a Tangible Impact: Every contract you secure will directly contribute to transforming water infrastructure, enhancing resilience, and supporting regulatory compliance (e.g., PR24).

• High-Level Influence: You will manage the full deal lifecycle and engage directly with senior stakeholders, engineering teams, and procurement within the Water Companies.

• Work with Flexibility: Enjoy a remote-first approach with the freedom to manage your own schedule and travel to client sites as needed.

The successful Water Market Lead will:

• Have a proven track record in sales and business development within UK water utilities or critical infrastructure sectors.

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the UK water market, current investment drivers (e.g., leakage reduction, resilience), and Ofwat's regulatory frameworks.

• Be a proactive and collaborative self-starter with excellent communication and relationship management skills.

If this could be of interest, please apply through retained executive search partners, GS2 Partnership, who are exclusively managing this process.