New Business Development Manager at Life Racing

Position New Business Development Manager
Posted 01 Jul 2026
Expired 31 Jul 2026
Company Life Racing
Location Basildon | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Title - New Business Development Manager

Based - Basildon, Essex and nationwide

Sector - Electronics

Job Type - Permanent, full time

Salary - Competitive dependent on experience

The Company

Life Racing has extensive experience in the design, manufacture, development, and support of a broad range of products including engine control units (ECUs), power distribution units (PDUs), display units, integrated paddle shift systems and high reliability wiring harnesses to all levels and sectors.

Life racing offers a range of services to support clients including on site and remote support, complete wiring harness solutions and custom electronic design. Extensive control systems experience provides the ability to advise on development from a control strategy perspective leading to better performance in shorter timescales.

Life Racing is based on the Essex/London border. Life Racing presents a small, yet exceptionally talented team driven to reach exceptional standards.

 

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and driven New Business Development Manager to lead growth efforts for our small but fast growing and successful electronics business, This role involves identifying business opportunities, building strategic partnerships and driving sales in both existing and emerging markets. The ideal candidate will have the experience in the electronics industry, a strong sales background and the ability to work independently in a dynamic small business.

 

Role outline:

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in target markets – including but not limited to motorsport, marine, military and aviation.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners and vendors
  • Develop and execute sakes strategies to achieve revenue and growth targets
  • Research and analyse market trends, customer needs and competitor activities
  • Collaborate with the product and technical team to tailor solutions for clients
  • Represent the company at trade shows, exhibitions and networking events
  • Support in the negotiation and preparation of proposals and managing contract processes.
  • Provide regular sales forecasts, reports and insights to Senior Management
  • Monitor and evaluate customer satisfaction and ensure post sales support with internal teams

 

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Proven experience and success in a technical sales role, ideally within motorsport or automotive electronics
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Negotiation and presentation abilities
  • Technical understanding of the electronics business
  • Enthusiastic with a genuine desire to understand and improve the business
  • Recognising that tasks need completing correctly, accurately, and consistently.
  • Demonstrating initiative and capability to problem solve.
  • Ability to operate under pressure, demonstrating resilience and a calm approach
  • Confident in answering detailed information requests
  • Well organised with a methodical approach to work
  • High Level of diligence
  • A growth mindset and willingness to accept feedback.
  • A valid driver’s licence is essential
  • • Strong IT skills in Microsoft Office suite
  • • Willingness to travel internationally as required

Preferred Experience:

  • Degree in engineering, business or related field
  • Proven experience and success in a technical sales role, ideally within motorsport or automotive electronics

Qualities and Behaviours

  • A self-starter who demonstrates self-initiative, a positive attitude and is motivated to improve and problem solve whilst working hard as part of a team.

Hours of work & Benefits

40-hour, full-time week, working 8 hours a day Monday – Friday,

The role is based on site at the Life Racing Unit in Burnt Mills Industrial Estate however significant time will be spent working remotely visiting potential clients.

Life Racing offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours and a company stakeholder pension scheme.

Application Process & Closing Date:

If interested, please send your details by 10th July 2026.

Please include:

  • a copy of your CV
  • a covering email explaining why you are a suitable candidate for the role
  • current salary and salary expectations
  • availability to start / notice period

Thank you for your interest in Life Racing. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Info:

  • Company: Life Racing
  • Position: New Business Development Manager
  • Work Location: Basildon
  • Country: GB

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