Business Development Executive Director

3 weeks ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom We Manage Jobs(WMJobs) Full time

If you have a proven track record in business development and fostering strong commercial relationships, then we want to hear from you.
Our Future Transport team have a brand-new role for a Business Development Executive to join them on a 3-year fixed term contract. You will be instrumental in supporting the team on the medium to long-term success of our Mobility as a Service (MaaS) programme. MaaS is a term used to describe digital transport service platforms that enable users to access, pay for, and get real-time information on a range of public and private transport options in one place. To us, this means our users have one app, one account, and endless opportunities at their fingertips to travel across the region and beyond in a seamless, simplified and tailored way.
Drawing upon your commercial acumen, you'll not only engage with local and regional businesses to promote the benefits of the app but also direct your attention towards refining the app's business strategy and commercial viability. Collaborating with various teams within the organisation and leveraging partner relationships, you will identify new business opportunities pertinent to MaaS. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to be able to shape and influence how we currently do things whilst contributing to a one-of-a-kind project that will have a significant impact on the region.
To be successful in this role you will need to possess the ability to cultivate your own network and forge strategic partnerships.
Research and identify opportunities to increase the commercial viability of MaaS
Develop and then deliver the MaaS business plan / strategy.
Be a voice for mobility service providers, ensuring they are meeting their business goals.
Ensure that projects are created and delivered that satisfy TfWM strategic priorities.
Represent the MaaS programme at senior stakeholder briefings, providing advice and direction to peers.
Bidding for funding rounds to support further product development, or enhancements such as HORIZON – Europe funding, UK Research & Innovation grant funding, or Department for Transport funding.
Experience in business development or commercial management.
Experience of creating a commercial network and strategic partnerships
An understanding of business development in technology-based / digital-based products
Able to confidently liaise and inform key senior stakeholders.
Strong in commercial strategy and awareness
On clicking ‘apply for this job’ , you will first be prompted to create an account. Applicants will need to evidence that they have the legal right to work in the UK. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days of paid annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers. Hybrid working, location and working pattern. We believe hybrid working is the best way for our organisation to fulfil our commitment to a modern, agile workplace while continuing to provide a great service to our customers. Hybrid working means having flexibility between working in the office and at home on agreed days, where a role allows. This is agreed between an employee and their line manager, considering the business, team, and employee needs.
The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane. It is expected that you can split your time between the office and working remotely, with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.
We are dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as "Leaders in Diversity," and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, committed to interviewing all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential role criteria. WMCA believes that building a team with varied backgrounds and experiences will benefit us as an employer and enhance our work.
We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team ( careers@wmca.org.uk ). Job Description - Business Development Executive.



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