Associate Business Development Manager – Net Zero - #1627820

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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. 

 

About your team:

You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science, to our Wellbeing and People teams - this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.

Looking to kick start your career in Business Development and passionate about driving the future of energy and decarbonisation? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment? We’re looking for an Associate Business Development Manager to support the growth of Centrica’s Net Zero Business by sourcing, developing, and closing new opportunities across governmental, commercial, and other strategic sectors. We require a motivated, proactive relationship builder to develop innovative solutions for our clients.

About the role:

• Support Net Zero Growth – Be the subject matter expert on Centrica’s products and solutions, helping clients on their journey to net zero carbon.
• New Business Development – Identify, nurture, and convert sales opportunities with new clients, partners, and supply chain stakeholders.
• Strategic Account Management – Manage relationships with existing clients to uncover new opportunities and drive sales, while delivering customer-focused solutions.
• Collaborate Across Teams – Work cross-functionally with Business Development, Partnerships, Procurement, and other Centrica functions to capitalise on market opportunities.
• Market Insight – Provide innovative solutions and market intelligence to influence strategies and identify growth avenues.
• Support Net Zero Transition – Help clients navigate their net zero carbon journey, leveraging funding opportunities and Centrica's services.
• Promote Brand & Profile – Contribute to raising Centrica's profile through marketing strategies, social media presence, and industry events.
• Operational Excellence – Collaborate with internal teams to ensure readiness and capability in delivering successful net zero projects, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
  
  

What We’re Looking For:

• A tenacious self-starter with the drive to uncover and close new business opportunities.
• A passion for new energy solutions and decarbonisation with a keen interest in helping clients achieve their sustainability goals with tailor made solutions from our Centrica products.
• Resilience and the ability to manage a pipeline of opportunities, ensuring delivery of sales targets.
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and influence key stakeholders.
• An articulate communicator who can effectively present ideas and engage clients.
• A keen learner who is eager to grow, develop, and take on more responsibility over time
  
  

In return we will offer you the chance to shape your own career path, with ample opportunities to grow, learn, and take on new challenges within the Net Zero space.

If you're ready to make an impact and help shape the future of energy, we want to hear from you!

Why should you apply?  

 

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. 

 

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

 

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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