Skydiamond has redefined what’s possible with the creation of the world’s first carbon-negative gemstone—crafted in the UK using nothing but wind, sun, rain, and carbon from the air, powered by clean energy from our sister company, Ecotricity. All the brainchild of eco-entrepreneur, Dale Vince. Now, we are extending this legacy into a new era of deep technology.
By unlocking the extraordinary capabilities of technical diamonds, we’re entering a transformative phase that reshapes how we compute, secure information, and interact with the forces of nature. We're seeking a pioneering individual to drive this next chapter—crafting commercial strategy, building trusted partnerships across academia, industry, and government, and working closely with our engineering teams to bring a groundbreaking product to market.
Core Responsibilities
- Ecosystem Integration Cultivate strategic partnerships across the ecosystem by connecting Skydiamond with Government entities, leading Foundries, and Academic institutions.
- Market Intelligence & Growth Strategy Conduct comprehensive analysis of emerging trends in target technologies to assess market opportunities, validate product-market fit, and shape go-to-market approaches.
- Lead Generation & Sales Development Proactively identify, initiate, and nurture client relationships, driving new business and uncovering potential sales opportunities in relevant sectors.
- Client Engagement Deliver compelling virtual and in-person meetings, uncover client needs, and clearly communicate Skydiamond's unique value proposition.
- Pipeline Ownership Manage the full sales cycle—from lead qualification to contract close—ensuring seamless handoffs and collaboration across internal teams for a standout client experience.
- Event & Conference Representation Attend and represent Skydiamond at key industry events to increase brand awareness and foster long-term business connections.
- Contract & Partnership Management Draft, negotiate, and oversee agreements related to strategic partnerships, licensing, and joint marketing activities.
Travel is expected as part of this role.
Expanded Strategic Responsibilities
- Business Pillar Development Partner with the CEO to define and implement new strategic business initiatives aligned with the company's long-term vision.
- Market Research & Foresight Analyse tech market trends and disruptive innovations to surface insights and guide growth opportunities.
- Initiative Execution & Project Oversight Lead cross-functional efforts on new projects, ensuring execution aligns with business goals and timelines.
- Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain trust-based relationships with investors, clients, commercial partners, and government bodies.
- Operational Support & Coordination Provide strategic support in day-to-day business operations to enhance efficiency and agility across teams.