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Veolia UK

National Development Manager

Veolia UK

. Drive growth for key accounts across the UK .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeCannock • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in driving growth for key accounts through strategic planning and relationship management, with a strong focus on achieving sales targets and delivering compelling propositions. Possesses excellent communication and negotiation skills, complemented by a sound understanding of financial acumen.

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Business DevelopmentBid WritingSales Target AchievementStrategic ThinkingCustomer Relationship Management

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Hard Skills
Financial AcumenBid Writing SkillsSales Strategy DevelopmentProposal CreationContract Implementation
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationNegotiation SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCreativitySelf-Motivated
Industry Keywords
Key AccountsSustainability ObjectivesWaste SectorCompetitive MarketStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Drive growth for key accounts across the UK
  • Evolve and deliver the strategic growth plan for assigned sectors
  • Grow the pipeline of prospective customers
  • Nurture and develop prospect relationships and understand their needs
  • Lead major tenders and proposals
  • Create compelling propositions using customer, company and industry knowledge
  • Support integration of new customers through contract implementation
  • Ensure smooth handover to Account Managers
  • Support organisations in delivering sustainability objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Experience identifying business opportunities and developing, managing and nurturing business relationships with key stakeholders at all levels
  • Sound level of financial acumen
  • Bid writing skills
  • Excellent communication, presenting and negotiation skills
  • Strong customer focus and passion for the business purpose
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing business in a competitive market
  • High level of creativity, initiative and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to think strategically and analytically
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented and driven
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Knowledge of the waste sector is advantageous but not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Eligible for an annual performance bonus
  • Option to choose from a company car or car allowance
  • Private medical cover
  • 25 days of annual leave + option to buy additional leave
  • Access to the company pension scheme
  • One paid day’s leave every year to volunteer and support the community
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities