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SalaryAt Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40 countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.
People are Jacobs' greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
About the Opportunity
Are you an exceptional leader ready to make a profound impact? At Jacobs, the world's leading Decommissioning and Waste Management organisation, we're looking for a visionary individual to lead our team. With a track record of delivering over GBP1.7 billion annually in nuclear solutions worldwide, Jacobs is at the forefront of the industry. Your leadership at Jacobs will be instrumental in achieving our mission in nuclear decommissioning and integrated waste management.
We are seeking a visionary Business Development Director to lead our efforts in the dynamic and critical sector of nuclear decommissioning, specifically focused on the UK Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) and its subsidiaries. As the custodian of one of the most challenging and important responsibilities in the energy industry, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and sustainable solutions to safely dismantle and manage nuclear facilities. This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of nuclear decommissioning, working with government agencies, international partners, and leading experts in the field. If you are a strategic thinker, a dynamic leader, and have a passion for making a lasting impact on our world's energy landscape, join us in this pivotal role as we navigate the complexities of nuclear decommissioning with unwavering dedication and ingenuity. Your leadership will be the catalyst for transformative change in the industry.
As the NDA SolutionsBusiness Development Director, you hold the reins of the delivery of our company's growth strategy. Your mission: identifying and seizing strategic sales opportunities that align seamlessly with our company's objectives. But it doesn't end there. You're also the architect of robust client relationships, employing savvy sales strategies to enhance our market presence.
Main Responsibilities:
- Achieving Sales Targets: Collaborate closely with our Group Director for operations to not only meet but surpass our sales and growth targets. You're the driving force behind our success.
- Business Objectives: You're not just a doer; you're a visionary. Develop and deliver key business objectives within this specific sector by conducting thorough research and insightful analysis of potential business opportunities.
- Market Analysis: Navigate the competitive landscape with finesse. Your ability to assess competition and uncover potential markets will shape our journey towards growth.
- Creating Value Propositions: Your creativity is your secret weapon. Develop proposals that not only enhance our competitiveness but also align seamlessly with our clients' needs and aspirations.
- Identifying Key Personnel: You're a master talent scout. Identify the cr??me de la cr??me for contracts, bids, and proposals, ensuring we have the best team on board.
- Enhancing Competitive Position: We're not here to blend in; we're here to stand out. Continuously elevate our competitive standing in the market with your innovative thinking and positioning.
Here's What You'll Need:
- Customer Focus: Our clients' success is your success. Identify their needs, meet their expectations, and build enduring customer relationships.
- Strategic Thinking: Anticipate what lies ahead. Paint the future and craft strategies that bridge the gap between vision and reality.
- Financial Acumen: The numbers tell a story. Understand them, interpret them, and use financial analysis to drive our strategic decisions.
- Handling Complexity: Chaos is your canvas. Analyze complex situations, gather diverse data, and paint solutions that untangle the most intricate challenges.
- Effective Communication: Your words are your bridge. Communicate effectively, adapting your message to any audience, and cultivate an environment that embraces diverse ideas.
- Interpersonal Skills: From the boardroom to the front lines, build relationships across all levels, functions, and cultures with diplomacy and finesse.
- Visionary Leadership: You're not just a leader; you're a visionary leader. Articulate compelling visions and rally support for them.
- Networking: Your web of connections is your strength. Cultivate strong networks that facilitate the exchange of ideas, resources, and know-how.
- Results-Driven: Success is your destination, and you won't settle for anything less. Maintain a relentless focus on achieving objectives, surmounting obstacles, and surpassing goals.
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employ ees. Find out more about life at Jacobs.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do . We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity - ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld , Prism, Vetnet , and Women's - find out more about our employee networks here.
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