Business Development Manager, UK Public Sector at Colt Technology Services UK, South East London – UK-Based Applicants Only

Are you a seasoned Business Development Manager with a passion for the UK Public Sector? Colt Technology Services UK is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time role in South East London. This position is ideal for UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, offering a competitive salary of £53,874.83 and the chance to drive strategic growth.

Job Description

Colt Technology Services is a global leader in providing essential network, voice, and data centre services, enabling businesses worldwide to focus on their core objectives without infrastructure worries. This pivotal Business Development Manager role is designed to spearhead, develop, and execute Colt's growth strategy specifically within the UK Public Sector.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in forging and nurturing high-level relationships, demonstrating a profound understanding of the intricacies of the UK public procurement landscape. You will be responsible for identifying new opportunities, managing key accounts, and ensuring Colt remains at the forefront of public sector service provision.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development within the UK Public Sector.
• Deep understanding of the UK public procurement landscape and processes.
• Strong executive-level relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrable track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Existing right-to-work in the UK is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of £53,874.83.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the UK Public Sector growth strategy.
• Work with a global leader in technology and network services.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants already in the UK, preparing for a Business Development Manager role in the public sector requires a strategic approach. Ensure your CV is meticulously tailored to highlight your experience with UK public procurement processes, showcasing any familiarity with frameworks like G-Cloud or Crown Commercial Service. Emphasise your ability to build and maintain executive relationships, providing concrete examples of successful engagements and revenue generation.

Craft a compelling cover letter that directly addresses Colt's needs for their UK Public Sector strategy, demonstrating your understanding of their services and how your skills align. For those without extensive UK experience but with existing right-to-work, focus on transferable skills and how your international experience can be adapted to the UK market, while also ensuring your LinkedIn profile reflects this UK-centric approach.

• Update your CV to a UK format, highlighting public sector sales achievements.
• Tailor your cover letter to Colt's specific UK Public Sector growth strategy.
• Ensure your LinkedIn profile showcases your business development and public sector experience.
• Prepare for interviews by researching Colt's services and the UK public procurement landscape.
• Be ready to discuss your understanding of public sector challenges and how Colt's solutions address them.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is not advertised for this role. Colt Technology Services UK explicitly prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work. Foreign applicants may still apply but should be aware that their application will likely only be considered if they already possess the legal right to work in the UK. If your status is borderline or requires clarification, it is advisable to confirm your eligibility directly with the employer.