Business Development Manager | London

Join Our Journey 

Rapid Energy is on a remarkable growth journey. Since launching in July 2020, we’ve swiftly become a leading specialist in the HVAC hire market. Our momentum has earned us national recognition – ranked as the 6th fastest-growing founder-led, privately owned company in the UK in 2023, and 22nd in 2024 – driven by consistent triple-digit growth year after year. 

We’re now looking for a passionate and results-driven Business Development Manager to help us expand our customer base and grow key accounts. This is a newly created position, offering the chance to make a direct and lasting impact on our sales performance and the future of the business. 

The Role 

Join a fast-growing HVAC hire company as a key sales driver. You’ll be responsible for growing business in the London region – finding new clients, growing existing accounts, and delivering tailored technical hire solutions (boilers, chillers, and portable HVAC systems). 

What’s in it for you? 

We offer a competitive salary, with genuine opportunity to earn big for high performers (uncapped 120k + OTE), company car/car allowance will be offered plus up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays, auto enrol pension and private healthcare as standard. 

Key Responsibilities 

• 75%: Prospect and win new business 
• 25%: Grow and manage existing accounts 
• Identify opportunities, pitch solutions, and close deals 
• Conduct site surveys, prepare quotes, and manage sales pipeline 
• Use CRM system to track activities and ensure data accuracy 
• Deliver great customer service and work towards set KPIs
• Spend approx. 60% of time in the field with customers  

What We’re Looking For 

• Sales experience in B2B or hire/rental environments
• Strong technical understanding or willingness to learn 
• Self-starter with a structured, target-driven approach 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills 
• Organised, motivated, and comfortable working independently 
• Familiar with CRM systems and basic MS Office tools 
• Full UK driving licence and flexible with travel/out-of-hours work

Benefits 

• Uncapped commission + £120k+ OTE potential 
• Company car or car allowance 
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays 
• Pension scheme 
• Bonus scheme & company events 
• Cycle to work scheme 

Other Requirements 

• Holds a full, clean and valid driving licence 
• Able to work out of hours as and when required, and be part of the on-call rota 
• Willing to travel extensively within the region