Business Development Manager (Previous Relevant Experience is Required), Stevenage

Client:

Telent

Location:

Stevenage, UK

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

Job Description:

Business Development Manager - Rail (Light Rail)

We are seeking an experienced sales professional to join our rapidly growing Rail team focused on UK Light Rail. The role involves working from home with travel across the UK to meet Light Rail customers and prospects as needed.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing sales strategies for the UK Light Rail market.
• Driving sales and profit growth within the Rail sector.
• Engaging with stakeholders in local authorities, transport operators, government, and infrastructure partners.
• Maintaining customer satisfaction and advocacy.
• Collaborating with bid teams to develop customer-focused proposals.
• Providing account management for existing Light Rail clients.
• Utilizing data to identify leads and sell group solutions and capabilities.
• Maintaining accurate sales forecasts and pipeline reports using Salesforce.

Candidate Requirements:

Previous experience as a Business Development or Sales Manager within the UK Light Rail sector is essential, including:

• Account management and sales experience in the Light Rail market.
• A proactive approach to new business development.
• Understanding of procurement processes and market dynamics.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in leveraging data for solutions development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.

What We Offer:

A dynamic environment with opportunities to develop skills across sectors and roles. Benefits include 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, car allowance, bonus scheme, pension and life assurance, and online discounts.

Join Telent and be part of shaping the future of UK transport, working within an inclusive culture that values diversity and innovation.

Learn more about us at https://telent.com/careers.

About Telent

Telent is a leading technology company specializing in mission-critical communications and digital infrastructure, employing over 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to making everyday life better through innovative technology.