The role
Zühlke is expanding its position in the Swiss energy market. We combine strategic consulting with engineering excellence and deliver transformation end-to-end. We are not looking for a traditional sales profile, but for a business developer with strong closing DNA. Someone who understands the Swiss energy market, generates business independently, and challenges decision-makers with new perspectives. Your clear mandate: Win new projects independently and with the backing of a global technology partner. You will leverage Zühlke’s expertise in Data & AI, digitalisation, and platform engineering to win complex mandates with utilities, grid operators, and energy service providers. You do not simply sell services, you bring new insights to the table, reframe problems, and guide clients towards decisions they would not have taken on their own.
How you'll make an impact
Identify, qualify, and close digitalisation and transformation projects in the six‑to‑seven‑digit range
Build a solid sales pipeline within the first 6 months across utilities, grid operators, and energy service providers
Challenge clients with industry insights and data‑driven perspectives that question existing assumptions
Involve Zühlke colleagues when needed – for deep technical expertise, industry references, or critical deal moments
Build strong C-level relationships based on substance, not just relationship management
What’s important to us
Proven track record in selling complex consulting, technology, or digitalisation programs in the energy sector, with concrete deal references
Completed university degree, ideally in a technical or business-related field (ETH, university or FH)
Strong and active network in the Swiss energy market
Experience closing large mandates with long sales cycles (6–12 months)
High level of self‑motivation and ability to deliver results with minimal management overhead
Fluency in German (C2) and strong English skills
Understanding of topics such as smart grids, grid planning, critical infrastructure regulation, sector coupling, or energy trading
What We Offer
Work‑life blend: we offer a safe & healthy workplace, with flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home
Profit share scheme: In addition to your annual salary, you may receive a profit share defined by the company’s success in the previous year
Global and diverse Zühlke community: witness how colleagues from all our 16 offices across the globe come together to create a unique, positive and inclusive work culture, learning from one another at annual team camps, and celebrating year‑end parties and other local festivities
Committed to development: we are committed to the growth of our people and are investing in your development. We’re empowering you to build the skills you need to make a positive impact, both personally and for our clients, today and in the future
We welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of their gender, personality, national origin, race, religion, colour, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.
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