Business Development Manager

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package based on experience. In addition, we are proud to offer:

- Performance bonus eligibility of up to 15%
- Flexible and remote working arrangements including regular work from home
- 15 days personal/carers leave per year
- 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer or 4 weeks as the secondary carer
- Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
- Flexibility to utilise public holiday leave entitlements for other cultural celebrations

The Opportunity

ElectraNet is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Development Manager - Connections to support customers through the transmission connection process and project development. With a strong understanding of the market, external drivers, and regulatory requirements, you will proactively play a key role in supporting existing customer relationships and facilitating activities with internal stakeholders such as technical engineering and project management teams.

This role requires advanced stakeholder engagement skills and a deep understanding of customer connections, business development processes, contract negotiation and governance to effectively generate, manage, and control successful business outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

- Managing revenue opportunities in line with legislative frameworks.
- Developing and managing connection opportunities and BOOM (build, own, operate and maintain) business opportunities and other services.
- Preparing proposals, bids, and transactions for new business opportunities, including the transaction closing life cycle.
- Managing contractual agreements and negotiations with clients.
- Developing and maintaining strategic relationships with external clients and internal stakeholders.

About You

Success in this role will be characterised by your advanced project management, commercial and business acumen, your ability to build influential relationships across broad stakeholder groups, and your development of proactive, innovative customer solutions that support business goals and objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

- Advanced written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated negotiation, conflict resolution, and influencing skills.
- Experience or qualifications in project management and understanding of fundamental principles that underpin project execution.
- A strong understanding of market trends, external drivers, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to undertake financial/risk reporting and analysis.
- High-level organisational skills and experience reviewing and negotiating contracts and/or legal documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain collaborative and productive relationships across diverse stakeholders.
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant technical, financial, or commercial field or relevant discipline.

We're looking for individuals who:

- Bring unique perspectives and fresh ideas to the table.
- Are adaptable and eager to learn new things.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers page before Wednesday 12 February 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page. Position Descriptions can be obtained by clicking 'Apply' which will redirect you to the vacancy on our website.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

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