Ref: MY44841
Business Development Executive
| Sector | Sales/Business Development |
|---|---|
| Type | Full-time, Permanent |
| Location | London |
| Salary (Annual) | £40,000 - 62,000 / Year |
In this role you will be responsible for creating new business that contributes to solving social issues by capturing future industrial trends, leveraging the disruptive technologies from start-ups, digital transformation functionality and strategic local partnership.
The ideal candidate should have experience and knowledge in infrastructure (including the electricity/energy sector) Business travel to European countries is required for this role.
Understanding of Japanese culture and some Japanese skill will be preferred.
MY44841
TYPE: Permanent, full-time Business Development Executive Role
WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:00 from Monday to Friday
SALARY: £40-62K depending on experience, plus good benefits
START: ASAP
LOCATION: London (Hybrid 2 -3 days a week in the City of London Office.)
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• New business development activities especially in infrastructure (including electricity) sector
• Work closely with related external parties to promote new business development
• Work closely with internal parties including the Head Quarters in Japan
• Business travel to European countries is required (c. once per month)
• Initiate and lead cross-border business development
• Develop deal leads and manage projects through to completion whether that be investing, partnering, or acquiring new companies
• Interact closely with internal and external expert groups to gather industry and market information
• Develop new networks/contacts/customer base
• Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practice-based solutions
• Lead others to solve complex problems and identify innovative solutions
• Act as an ambassador for the company internally and externally across the European region
• Shape and direct our departmental strategy in alignment with head office
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/PERSONAL QUALITIES OF THE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE:
• University educated with a preference for post-graduate qualification(s). This may include an MBA, CFA Institute qualifications or a post-graduate qualification in the following areas; Accounting, International Tax, Law, Finance and/or Economics
• Good understanding of new technology and innovation
• Able to work autonomously
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and engaging with management at all levels
• Demonstrate resilience to ensure the completion of tasks
• Able to tackle challenges and develop solutions to problems
• A business development mindset with the ability to take a wider view across industries
• Enjoys working in a demanding environment
• Results-oriented with a positive outlook and a clear focus on high quality deliverables
• Uses analytical thought to exercise judgement
• MS Office – Proficient Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Good time management, attention to detail and organisation skills
• Up to date with market trends
• Knowledge in digital
• Fluent English (essential) and Japanese language skills (preferred) as the role involves communicating with Tokyo HQ
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE:
• Experience and knowledge in infrastructure (including the electricity/energy sector)
• Relevant business development experience and/or experience of corporate development through creation of mid to long term strategic plans
• Experience of researching corporate development/investment opportunities and developing these into viable business
• Effective negotiation, persuasion skills and project management skills
• Experience working within a European and/or global remit in a corporate environment
** All applicants must have the right to work in the UK as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
TYPE: Permanent, full-time Business Development Executive Role
WORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:00 from Monday to Friday
SALARY: £40-62K depending on experience, plus good benefits
START: ASAP
LOCATION: London (Hybrid 2 -3 days a week in the City of London Office.)
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• New business development activities especially in infrastructure (including electricity) sector
• Work closely with related external parties to promote new business development
• Work closely with internal parties including the Head Quarters in Japan
• Business travel to European countries is required (c. once per month)
• Initiate and lead cross-border business development
• Develop deal leads and manage projects through to completion whether that be investing, partnering, or acquiring new companies
• Interact closely with internal and external expert groups to gather industry and market information
• Develop new networks/contacts/customer base
• Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practice-based solutions
• Lead others to solve complex problems and identify innovative solutions
• Act as an ambassador for the company internally and externally across the European region
• Shape and direct our departmental strategy in alignment with head office
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/PERSONAL QUALITIES OF THE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE:
• University educated with a preference for post-graduate qualification(s). This may include an MBA, CFA Institute qualifications or a post-graduate qualification in the following areas; Accounting, International Tax, Law, Finance and/or Economics
• Good understanding of new technology and innovation
• Able to work autonomously
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and engaging with management at all levels
• Demonstrate resilience to ensure the completion of tasks
• Able to tackle challenges and develop solutions to problems
• A business development mindset with the ability to take a wider view across industries
• Enjoys working in a demanding environment
• Results-oriented with a positive outlook and a clear focus on high quality deliverables
• Uses analytical thought to exercise judgement
• MS Office – Proficient Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Maintain confidentiality
• Good time management, attention to detail and organisation skills
• Up to date with market trends
• Knowledge in digital
• Fluent English (essential) and Japanese language skills (preferred) as the role involves communicating with Tokyo HQ
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE EXPERIENCE:
• Experience and knowledge in infrastructure (including the electricity/energy sector)
• Relevant business development experience and/or experience of corporate development through creation of mid to long term strategic plans
• Experience of researching corporate development/investment opportunities and developing these into viable business
• Effective negotiation, persuasion skills and project management skills
• Experience working within a European and/or global remit in a corporate environment
** All applicants must have the right to work in the UK as the Company is not able to offer visa support.
Updated: 101 days ago
Ref: MY44841