Senior Connections Development Manager

The strategically important Senior Connections Development Manager role comes with a salary of up to 80,000 basic salary (depending on experience), bonus, pension & flexible working.

If you're a Senior Connections Development Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that plays a leading role in delivering the next generation of heat infrastructure, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Connections Development Manager role
Reporting to the Head of Connections Development you will:

• Identify and develop new connection opportunities across existing buildings, regeneration projects and new developments within heat network areas.
• Build and manage relationships with developers, local authorities, building owners and public sector stakeholders to secure new business.
• Lead commercial negotiations, developing Heads of Terms and supporting Connection & Supply Agreements through to contract award.
• Work closely with technical, commercial, legal and delivery teams to create commercially viable customer solutions.
• Act as a local ambassador for the company, engaging with regional stakeholders and promoting the benefits of heat networks.
• Manage and develop a strong sales pipeline through the CRM system, providing market intelligence and supporting long-term network growth strategies.

• Proven experience building relationships and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Experience in project-based, start-up or high-growth environments.
• Experience with in infrastructure, energy, utilities, property or major projects (desirable).
• Experience developing complex commercial agreements or long-term customer contracts (desirable).
• Knowledge of district heating, energy systems or low-carbon infrastructure (desirable).
• Experience working with developers, local authorities or public sector organisations (desirable).

The Senior Connections Development Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments
• Entrepreneurial and results-driven mindset
• Collaborative, hands-on approach with a willingness to get stuck in
• Adaptable and able to work effectively in ambiguous and evolving environments

• 60,000 to 80,000 DOE basic
• Discretionary Bonus
• Pension
• Private Health Care Plan
• Electric Car Lease Scheme
• Continuing Learning and Development Opportunities

INDREN

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