Sales Director for Europe

Senior Sales Director | North America Utilities | Data Centres | Transmission & Distribution The Company A global $400 million turnover engineering business specialising in advanced electrical hardware and software solutions for the power industry. They deliver both product sales and turnkey project solutions to utilities, EPCs and hyperscale data centres, with typical contract values ranging from $500,000 to $10 million. The Opportunity Reporting to the North American leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving strategic sales growth across the utility and data centre sectors. This is a highly visible role focused on developing key accounts, winning major opportunities and shaping the commercial strategy for one of the company's fastest-growing regions. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the North American sales strategy. Win new business with utilities, EPCs and data centre developers/operators. Build and manage relationships with C-level stakeholders and key decision-makers. Lead complex sales campaigns from initial engagement through to contract award. Identify and develop strategic accounts while growing existing customer relationships. Work closely with engineering and project delivery teams to develop customer solutions. Represent the business at industry events and customer meetings. Deliver against ambitious revenue and growth targets. What's in it for you? Take ownership of a high-performing North American territory, managing both strategic existing accounts and new project acquisition. Join an established commercial team, working alongside two successful Senior Sales Directors in a collaborative, high-performing environment. Enjoy a balanced role with 50% new business and 50% growing existing key accounts, providing both stability and significant earning potential. Sell a market-leading portfolio of electrical hardware and software solutions into two of the fastest-growing sectors in North America: Utilities and Data Centres. Work on complex, high-value opportunities ranging from $500k to $10m, with access to major utility programmes and hyperscale data centre projects. Benefit from a highly competitive package including uncapped commission, annual bonus and long-term incentive plans (LTIPs). Join a business investing heavily in growth, with plans to increase the North American sales team by 35% over the next 12 months, creating genuine opportunities for future leadership progression.

Sales Director for Europe Energy Technology | Grid Infrastructure | Utilities & Data Centres Location: Flexible across Europe Package: Competitive base salary, uncapped commission and equity potential We are working with a fast-growing energy technology business that is helping utilities, infrastructure owners and large energy users manage the challenges created by electrification, grid congestion and rising power demand. The company provides a combination of advanced software, technical services and infrastructure solutions to customers across the utility, EPC, renewable energy and data centre markets. Following recent investment and continued growth across Europe, it is now looking to appoint a Sales Director to lead the next phase of commercial expansion. This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who can open strategic accounts, build long-term customer relationships and turn complex technical solutions into clear commercial value. The role You will take ownership of sales growth across Europe, working closely with the CEO, product, engineering and delivery teams. Your responsibilities will include: Developing and executing the European commercial strategy Winning new business with utilities, EPCs, developers, data centre operators and major industrial customers Building relationships with senior decision-makers across engineering, procurement, operations and executive leadership Managing complex sales cycles from initial engagement through to contract award Developing strategic partnerships and channel relationships Building and managing a qualified sales pipeline Supporting bids, proposals, pricing and commercial negotiations Providing market intelligence to guide product development and geographic expansion Recruiting and developing a wider European sales team as the business grows You will already have a strong track record selling complex technology, equipment, software or services into the energy or infrastructure market. Relevant backgrounds may include: Grid technology, utility software or energy management Battery energy storage and power conversion Data centre power and electrical infrastructure Smart grid, flexibility, DERMS or virtual power plants Electrical equipment, substations or transmission systems Engineering, EPC or infrastructure technology You should be comfortable operating in a scale-up environment where you will need to combine strategic thinking with direct customer engagement. The successful candidate is likely to bring: A proven record of winning new business across Europe Existing relationships with utilities, EPCs, developers, data centres or industrial customers Experience managing long, technically complex sales cycles Strong commercial judgement and contract-negotiation skills The ability to communicate credibly with both technical and commercial stakeholders Experience building new markets, territories or sales functions A willingness to travel across Europe Why join? This is an opportunity to join a well-funded and ambitious company at a point of significant commercial growth. You will have the chance to: Shape the company’s European sales strategy Sell into some of Europe’s fastest-growing infrastructure markets Work directly with the CEO and senior leadership team Build and lead a future commercial organisation Influence product direction and market expansion Benefit from a high-reward commission structure and potential equity participation This role would suit someone who enjoys creating opportunities rather than simply managing an established account base.

132kV Commissioning Engineer – 132/25kV Rail Traction Substation Project – Edinburgh, Scotland, UK – £Excellent Day Rate – 12 Month Contract – ASAP Start – Monday to Friday (10 Hour Days) – Outside IR35We're currently supporting one of our key clients in securing an experienced 132kV Commissioning Engineer for a major 132/25kV rail traction substation project in Edinburgh, Scotland.This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the commissioning of a new traction substation, supporting the delivery of critical rail infrastructure. The successful engineer will be involved in the commissioning of the 132kV substation, including the 132/25kV traction transformer and associated primary plant and protection systems.Key Details:Edinburgh, Scotland, UK12 Month ContractASAP StartMonday to Friday (10 Hour Days)Outside IR35Excellent Day RateResponsibilities:Commissioning of a 132kV rail traction substation and associated equipment.Commissioning and testing of the 132/25kV traction transformer, primary plant and protection & control systems.Carrying out functional testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and energisation activities.Working closely with the client, engineering and commissioning teams to ensure safe and successful project delivery.Completing commissioning documentation, test records and site reports.Requirements:Proven experience commissioning 132kV substations.Experience commissioning power transformers, protection systems and associated primary plant.SPEN authorisations are advantageous but not essential.Previous rail or traction substation commissioning experience would be highly beneficial.Available to start ASAP.If you're an experienced 132kV Commissioning Engineer looking for your next long-term contract and have experience delivering HV substation commissioning projects, I'd be keen to speak with you.Interested? If you're an experienced 132kV Commissioning Engineer looking for your next long-term contract, I'd be delighted to discuss the opportunity in confidence. Apply today or contact me directly for further information.Cian McLoughlinPrincipal Recruitment ConsultantHunter Philips Executive SearchLandline: +44 161 240 3338Mobile: +44 7881 418 441Email: cian.mcloughlin@hunterphilips.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cian-mcloughlin-628a72258Web: http://hunterphilips.com/