Business development

Also known as: Business development manager, Business developer, Business development analyst, Commercial and development manager, Strategic development manager

Is this role right for you?

You’ll need to be a confident communicator and skilled at building positive relationships. You’ll have a talent for intuiting what people need, and be able to tailor your approach to suit different personalities. You will enjoy being proactive and responsive, and delivering outstanding customer service.

What are some example projects or experiences?

Business development managers who work in rail sometimes start their career as an engineer or technician. They then move into business development where they can apply their expertise in new ways to help customers. You could find yourself working for a manufacturing firm that makes or repairs locomotives and rolling stock. Or you could land a role in business development with a drone operator that provides railway track ...