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International Business Development Director
Posted: 11/08/10
Recruiter:Maxwell Bruce
Reference:CL17405
Type:Permanent
Salary:Up to £70 000 plus benefits
Industry: Hydro Energy
Location:Brighton, East Sussex
Description: Maxwell Bruce’s client, an international multi disciplinary consultancy, has a current requirement for an International Business Development Director to join their Renewable Energy Division based in Brighton. The company plans to significantly expand its presence in the hydropower sector, building on a strong base of expertise and experience and a global presence.

The role will be to expand the range and size of their hydro business internationally, through leading effective business development, championing hydropower across the company and assisting in identifying skills needs. Additionally, the Business Development Director will be expected to form close relationships with other sister companies and external organisations as partners to win business for the group.

The Business Development Director will:

• Be a key member of the Hydro Board, which is tasked with taking forward hydropower business for the benefit of all parts of the company globally.
• Be accountable to the Hydro Board for the development of the market plan and business plan for hydropower across the company, drawing on all relevant parts of the group and drive through associated actions.
• Build and maintain targeted client relationships around the world, working through regional representatives and /or sector specialists where appropriate to maximise our reach in the targeted areas.
• Take responsibility for the delivery of successful large proposals, building support internally and drawing on resources across the Group as appropriate. Support smaller proposals.
• Lead development support for hydropower across the company including maintaining market intelligence, marketing material and bid material.
• Recommend staffing requirements based on knowledge of market needs.

Applications are welcome from degree qualified candidates who are familiar with the international hydroelectric power market and have a thorough understanding of a wide range of the technical disciplines so that he / she could engage with clients who often have a strong technical background. You will have a strong standing in the industry and have a proven track record in business development and winning work.

Good people skills and excellent literacy skills are prime requirements as the candidate will be required to persuasively convey to potential clients the reasons why employing the company would be in their best interests. These skills would also be deployed internally to maximise the benefit for the Group as a whole.

Significant travel would be expected including visits to remote locations. Visits would normally be of one to two weeks.

To discuss this position in strictest confidence please contact Russell McCaig on 0141 227 3953 or email a copy of your CV to russell.mccaig@maxwellbruce.com

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