Sales & Business Development Manager - Power Consulting (Europe / UK)

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a commercially driven Sales & Business Development Manager to grow the Power Consulting business, with a primary focus on the UK and a broader remit across Europe. Based in the UK, this role is central to expanding our consulting footprint with utilities, transmission operators, developers, industrial customers, and fast-growing segments such as data centres and e-mobility.

You will work closely with Hitachi Energy's regional Sales and Business Unit teams to position Power Consulting as a high-value, trusted partner in the European energy transition. This is a high-impact, autonomous role for someone who combines strong commercial skills with deep energy market insight

How You'll Make an Impact:

UK Market Development

• Lead business development for Power Consulting in the UK, building a robust opportunity pipeline across utilities, TSOs, developers, industrials, data centres, and e-mobility customers.
• Leverage your UK network to build long-term relationships with key decision-makers, supported by Hitachi Energy account teams.
• Identify and shape consulting opportunities in areas such as offshore wind, grid planning, HVDC, flexibility and storage, power quality, and digital grids.
• Track regulatory and market developments (e.g. Ofgem, REMA, Connections Reform) to proactively position our services.

• Extend successful UK initiatives across Europe in close collaboration with regional Sales and BU teams.
• Drive sales priorities across the Power Consulting units, with clear focus on order intake, margin, and portfolio mix.
• Promote collaboration with Hitachi Group companies and partners to support growth, particularly in digital, data centre, and e-mobility offerings.
• Build lasting relationships with European utilities, grid operators, developers, and energy authorities.

• Own the full sales cycle from opportunity identification through proposal, negotiation, and contract award.
• Lead the development of compelling, differentiated proposals with strong commercial and risk positioning.
• Ensure strong internal alignment and communication across consulting units and Sales teams throughout the capture process.

• Monitor market trends and competitors to support the development of future-ready consulting offerings.
• Represent Power Consulting at industry events and conferences across the UK and Europe.
• Contribute to thought leadership content that strengthens our market positioning and credibility.

• Ensure compliance with all internal policies and external regulations.
• Act in line with Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, taking ownership and accountability in all actions.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Business, or related field (Master's or PhD advantageous).
• 8+ years' experience in sales, business development, or consulting within the power or energy sector.
• Strong experience in the UK energy market with an established professional network.
• Good understanding of power systems, renewables integration, grid modernisation, HVDC, storage, and digital solutions.
• Experience across European energy markets is an advantage.
• Proven track record in consultative selling and closing complex engagements.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-evolving environment.
• Valid work authorisation for the UK and willingness to travel (up to 40%).