Business Development Lead/Commercial Sales Executive
Job description
We’re working with a fast-growing, mission-driven clean energy business at the forefront of the UK’s green hydrogen sector. The company designs, builds and operates low-carbon energy infrastructure to help organisations decarbonise heat, power and transport.
This is a purpose-led organisation where innovation, collaboration and impact sit at the heart of everything they do. With multiple high-profile projects underway, the team is expanding to support continued commercial growth.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Sales Executive/Business Development Lead to support and grow hydrogen sales activity across the UK.
Reporting into a senior commercial leader, you’ll play a key role in identifying new opportunities, engaging prospective customers and helping convert projects across sectors such as off-grid power, industrial energy users and clean mobility.
This role suits someone commercially sharp, proactive and motivated by working in a fast-paced, sustainability-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support the full sales lifecycle, from lead generation through to deal close
Identify and research new prospects across priority sectors and regions
Develop tailored commercial proposals and sales presentations
Maintain and update the sales pipeline and CRM system
Build and nurture strong client relationships through regular engagement
Collaborate closely with internal engineering, operations and finance teams
Track market trends, customer insights and competitor activity
Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions and client meetings
Contribute to improving sales processes, tools and materials
About You
You’re commercially minded, confident engaging with clients and motivated by the opportunity to work in clean energy. You enjoy autonomy but thrive in a collaborative team, and you’re keen to develop your career in a high-growth sector.
Experience in hydrogen is not essential — candidates from adjacent industries are encouraged to apply.
Essential Experience & Skills
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a B2B sales or commercial role
(energy, industrial, infrastructure or construction preferred; TV production or festival experience also of interest)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Confident, persuasive and professional client-facing style
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Genuine interest in sustainability, clean energy and innovation
Comfortable using CRM systems and standard office software
Tendering or bid support experience is desirable but not essential
Why Apply?
Play a direct role in accelerating the UK’s clean energy transition
Join a collaborative, supportive and values-led team
Work on nationally significant decarbonisation projects
Clear opportunities for learning, development and progression
Competitive benefits package, including private healthcare, matched pension and 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays