Commercial Director - Flui

Job Description: About Us Flui Technologies is a leading software solution provider to the energy and water sector, delivering innovative and scalable software infrastructure and services since 1990. Our solutions - MarketFlow, MeterFlow and DCC Adaptor - support market competition, smart metering, network flexibility and supplier integration across Energy Retail, Energy Networks and Water Retail, and are used to manage messaging for more than 35 million electricity and gas meter points. As the utility sector evolves to meet the challenges of Net Zero, Smart Metering, Energy Code reform, Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement, Demand-side Response and Embedded Generation, we combine deep industry knowledge with technical innovation to deliver robust, business-focused solutions backed by dedicated people and exceptional support. The Role The Commercial Director has overall ownership of the commercial engine of the business - sales, marketing and the bids/contracts function - across Flui's product and services portfolio. This is a director-level role with a seat on the leadership team, accountable for commercial strategy, revenue growth and profitable, sustainable client relationships across a regulated, technically complex market. You will set the commercial direction for the business, own the commercial P&L, and provide strategic leadership, coaching and challenge to the sales and marketing team to deliver against ambitious company targets. The role combines strategic oversight - shaping go-to-market, pricing and partnership strategy - with close, hands-on involvement in our largest and most complex client relationships, tenders and framework agreements. You will work closely with the Managing Director, Chief Technology Officer, and Operations Director to ensure commercial strategy is joined up with product, delivery and customer success. The post requires strong commercial judgement, multi-tasking, and the leadership and stakeholder-management skills to operate credibly from account teams through to utility C-suite and industry bodies. Job Responsibilities The Commercial Director will report to the Managing Director and will be responsible for: Setting and owning the commercial strategy across sales, marketing and bids/contracts, aligned to Flui's growth targets in Energy Retail, Energy Networks and Water Retail. Overseeing Account Management, New Business and Marketing activity to deliver annual bookings, revenue and retention targets, with full commercial P&L accountability. Leading bid and tender strategy for formal procurement and framework processes typical of the utility sector, and personally sponsoring the largest, most strategic pursuits. Developing pricing and packaging strategy across software licensing and managed services, balancing commercial growth with long-term client value. Building and maintaining executive-level relationships with client organisations, industry bodies (e.g. Ofgem, Elexon, RECco etc) and partners across the energy and water sector. Negotiating and structuring profitable, long-term commercial agreements and contracts with clients and partners. Ensuring accurate sales reporting, pipeline management and forecasting, providing the Managing Director and leadership team with visibility of key commercial indicators. Working closely with the CTO and product teams to ensure the commercial proposition reflects market needs - Net Zero, Smart Metering, Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement and Energy Code reform - and feeds client insight back into the roadmap. Recruiting, developing and motivating a high-performing sales and marketing team, and personally managing a small number of key accounts. Ensuring an outstanding standard of commercial governance, contract compliance and customer service throughout the client lifecycle. Essential Competencies and Experience Business Acumen Demonstrable understanding of the energy and/or water utility sector, including regulatory and market drivers such as Net Zero, Smart Metering and Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement. Track record of setting commercial strategy and driving profitable growth in a B2B software or technology business. Experience with enterprise software solutions sold into large, complex and regulated organisations. Commercial, Sales & Marketing Leadership Significant experience in the UK energy, water or utilities sector, with knowledge of complex, long-cycle sales and formal tender/framework processes. Experience building and leading successful sales and marketing teams, and managing a healthy, well-forecast pipeline. Proven ability to build and maintain long-lasting relationships from operational contacts through to C-suite. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills across diverse professional backgrounds. General Strong experience of contract negotiation and commercial frameworks with both suppliers and customers. Strong IT skills, including experience managing sales and pipeline through a CRM platform. Willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays. Job Qualifications A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline is a bonus, or comparable director-level commercial experience. An established profile and industry knowledge within the UK energy, water or utilities software sector is highly desirable. Your Personal Characteristics Will Include A great communicator with advanced negotiation and influencing skills at director/board level. Commercially driven, with a hunter mindset balanced by strategic, long-term thinking. An analytical mind, able to evaluate and evolve commercial approaches based on a strong understanding of business goals. Results-driven and self-motivated, with a determination to close complex, high-value deals. Highly organised, with a strong work ethic and the capacity to succeed in a demanding, regulated environment. An understanding of the need to balance commercial success with customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance and employee engagement. Business Unit: Flui Tech - UK Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5 Number of Openings Available: 1 Worker Type: Regular Career Site: More About Jonas Software: Jonas Software is a leading provider of enterprise management software solutions, serving a wide range of vertical markets including hospitality, healthcare, construction, education, personal care, fitness, leisure, moving and legal services, to name a few. Within these markets, Jonas is comprised of over 65 distinct brands, each a respected leader in its domain. Jonas’ vision is to be the branded global leader across these verticals and to be recognized by customers and industry stakeholders as the trusted provider of “Software for Life.” We are committed to technology, product innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. Jonas Software supports over 60,000 customers in more than 30 countries. We employ over 6,000 skilled professionals, including industry experts and technology specialists. Across our broader network, we support a global workforce of more than 30,000 employees. Headquartered in Canada, Jonas Software has a global footprint with offices around the world. We’re a 100% owned subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., based in Toronto, publicly listed on the TSX (CSU.TO), and a member of the S&P/TSX 60 Index. IS THIS YOU? At Vesta, we have long realised that our greatest asset is our employee base. As such we strive to provide our team with a fantastic working environment and an enriching career, which we know will translate into world-class service to our valued clients. This allows Vesta Software Group to maintain and extend our lead as the premier software and services provider in each of our markets. If being part of a growing organization that moves at a fast pace and constantly strives to get better each and every day is what you are looking for, then we want to hear from you. Everyone has heard the sports analogy “to be the best, you have to beat the best”; well at Vesta Software Group we have tweaked that slightly to fit vertical market software. We believe to be the best you have to hire and retain the best!!! Vesta Software Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for a disability at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, contact recruitment at [email protected] Vesta Software Group is part of a CSI group of companies.