Hybrid Head of Business Development

at Hypervolt

• Job title: Head of Business Development
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Palo Alto, United States

About the role

• Head of Business Development for U.S. operations at Hypervolt, a growing EV charging company. Focused on building market presence and establishing partnerships in the U.S. energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Hypervolt’s U.S. market entry strategy, with an initial focus on the Bay Area and West Coast.
• Build a robust pipeline of commercial opportunities across installer networks, wholesalers, distributors, and energy companies.
• Identify and engage with key industry partners — from utilities to hardware resellers — to accelerate product distribution and awareness.
• Represent Hypervolt at industry events, trade shows, and networking forums as the face of the brand in the U.S.
• Carry and exceed an individual sales quota, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through to deal closure.
• Develop and manage relationships with wholesale distributors, installation partners, and large energy ecosystem players.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and ensure partner alignment with Hypervolt’s brand, pricing, and service standards.
• Provide market feedback to UK HQ on product, pricing, and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with the UK HQ on logistics, marketing, product localization, and customer service infrastructure.
• Provide hands-on support in early operational functions — including customer support, order fulfillment, and installation coordination — to ensure a best-in-class customer experience.
• Build out the foundational U.S. commercial and operational playbook to scale future hiring.

Requirements

• Proven track record in business development, sales, or partnerships within EV charging, energy, utilities, or electrical distribution.
• Strong understanding of the U.S. installer and wholesale ecosystem for energy and electrical products.
• Entrepreneurial mindset — you thrive in ambiguity, can operate independently, and enjoy building new markets from zero.
• Excellent relationship-builder with strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Experience working with or selling through trade distribution channels (installers, wholesalers, or OEMs).
• Comfortable working in a cross-functional, international environment, aligning closely with HQ support functions in the UK.
• Passionate about sustainability, clean energy, and EV technology.

Benefits

• Opportunity to launch and lead the U.S. expansion of a top-tier UK EV brand.
• Competitive base salary with strong commission potential.
• Autonomy and influence in shaping our North American commercial strategy.
• Support and resources from the UK HQ team in marketing, product, and operations.
• A fast-paced, mission-driven culture that rewards initiative and results.