Career Opportunities: Head of Business Development & Growth (15650)

Hello, we’re Severn Trent Services a commercial arm of the Severn Trent Group. We provide water and waste services to companies nationwide, including the MoD and The Coal Authority.

Our purpose is taking care of life’s essentials, but we’re also big on making a difference, not just because we should but because we care.  

Due to exciting growth plans we are looking for a Business Development Lead to join our Executive team at Severn Trent Services.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live.

If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here. 

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

The Head of Business Development and Growth will be responsible for driving the growth of Severn Trent Services by identifying opportunities for expansion and spearheading strategic initiatives. The role will work in partnership with the established P&L businesses in the STS portfolio, fostering a culture of collaboration and teamwork to drive collective success for our existing and new service areas.

This role requires a creative, strategic thinker with strong business acumen, exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record in driving business development.  

The other key accountabilities of the role are:

Business Development - Strategic Planning and Execution
 

• Driving strategic thinking and insight development, lead and oversee execution of STS business development strategy and our growth opportunities, including associated business and operating models for STS.
   
• Set out key deliverables and timelines and secure buy-in from senior stakeholders.
   
• Work in partnership with the established P&L businesses to identify and assess growth options that deliver our strategy whilst meeting customer needs. Collaborate closely with cross functional teams to align strategic initiatives and ensure seamless execution.
   
• Develop rigorous business cases that underpin investment in our strategy, managing quantitative and qualitative information accordingly.

Partnerships and Alliances
 

• Develop and nurture strategic relationships with potential and existing clients, partners and stakeholders to drive business growth.

• Identify and secure opportunities for STS such as external partnerships, alliances, frameworks, acquisitions and other innovation opportunities.

Market Research and Competitive Intelligence
 

• Keep pace with external market development and direction, identifying key growth areas, market trends and competitive landscapes to inform strategic direction and business development decisions.
   

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

To succeed in this role, you’ll have excellent leadership skills to successfully create, inspire, and lead. You’ll also have knowledge of water and wastewater operations and/or experience within the water sector or other utilities sector.
 

You’ll have a proven track record of identifying new ideas, opportunities and ways of thinking and making them a reality. You’ll have strong stakeholder management, and ability to effectively support and influence strategic decision making at a senior level.

Additionally, you’ll have strong financial acumen to determine where to invest resources and have experience in Business Development, Contractual and Tender and to originate, execute and deliver growth projects. It would also be desirable if you have a network of contracts across the environmental sector and/or other relevant sectors such as Waste or Energy sectors.

As travel is required, you’ll also need to hold a full U.K driving license.

The right skills and experience are important, but if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, to. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.  
 

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent Services family:

• Competitive salary plus monthly car allowance
• 31 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)  
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to 20% of base salary per annum based on company performance)  
• Company car allowance
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)  
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate  
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’  
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers  
• Family friendly policies  
• Two volunteering days per year  

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please get in touch with Stephen who is part of our amazing team of recruiters at Stephen.keye@severntrent.co.uk
 

And if your curiosity has peaked and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

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