Hypervolt · 2 months ago
Head of Business Development, United States
Hybrid (Palo Alto, California, US)
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveHypervolt is one of the UK’s fastest-growing EV charging companies, expanding its footprint into the United States. As the first hire in the U.S., you will be responsible for establishing and scaling commercial presence, building partnerships, driving sales, and creating a foundation for sustainable growth.
Electric VehicleElectrical DistributionManufacturing
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
Qualification
Required
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.
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.
Company
Hypervolt
Hypervolt is an energy company that manufactures and develops EV smart chargers focusing on deep grid integration.
Founded in 2018
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$11.45MKey Investors
Innovate UKBaleen Capital
2023-09-30Series A· $8M
2023-09-08Grant
2021-05-01Seed· $3.45M
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