Summary

About the department & role:

We are looking for a proactive Legal Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business related to electric vehicles, solar panels and battery storage in our European markets. You will safeguard our business interests by guaranteeing that the company strictly follows law guidelines and give legal advice to the management about all relevant issues. You will report to the legal department manager based in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a variety of complex commercial contracts which may include distributor or dealer agreements, procurement agreements, supply contracts, and after-sales service agreements etc.
• Cooperate with the business team to prepare for the public procurement procedures
• Provide legal advice to business managers to ensure that legal issues are identified and resolved and that legal risk is managed appropriately
• Handle legal disputes, including coordination of litigation/arbitration procedures, and collaboration with external lawyers
• Provide support on legal compliance matters
• Provide clear and practical advice and assistance regarding legal matters to BYD’s management concerning our business activities
• Summarize potential risks of current business activities and provide training to the business team
• Liaise and cooperate with the legal team at headquarters
• Other relevant legal matters for various European countries

About the perfect candidate

• Master of law degree, with knowledge of Italian law
• 2+ years of professional legal experience, either as an in-house counsel or in private practice, experience in automotive industry is a strong plus
• Experience in commercial contract matters, corporate law and legal compliance
• Good commercial/transactional negotiation skills, particularly in cross-cultural and multi-jurisdictional transactions
• Able to develop and implement legal strategies and solutions
• Demonstrate excellent analytical skills, precise and able to multi-task effectively
• Proactive, diligent, team player and also be able to work independentaly
• Excellent command of English both verbally and in writing, knowledge of Italian language is desired

We offer

• Job in a fast-growing company which represents sustainable and forward-thinking technology;
• Performance and experience based competitive remuneration, commuting allowance;
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities.

About BYD

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational company, based in Shenzhen, China. It operates in four core fields of automotive, new energy, IT and rail transit and employs over 240,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe B.V. located in Schiedam, Netherlands is the marketing and sales HQ of BYD Company Limited based in Shenzhen, China. BYD Europe B.V. offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric trucks and forklifts.

Summary

About BYD UK

BYD UK is the UK distributor of BYD Company Ltd which is a China-based company and a global leading-edge provider of green energy technologies. BYD UK offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses and all-electric forklift trucks. BYD is expanding its UK operations to support a growing portfolio of electric bus projects.

Responsibilities

Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Visits customer sites and gather information on reported defects. Support root cause analysis via PowerPoint to R&D including pictures.
• To support initial new vehicle customer delivery in the UK.
• To support CMS installation as and when required.
• Supporting of the chassis coming into the UK at Docks/Ports as required.
• Supports on site homologation testing at Millbrook, MIRA, etc.
• Supports durability tests such as ULEB testing, etc.
• Work with ADL for new vehicle product improvements, along with issues raised in the field for solutions regarding fixes.
• Carries out first install of field fixes.
• Ensures testing software is loaded at sites within a timely manner.
• Validates software, accordingly, ensures that the software meets the pre-defined and specified business. requirements as well as the customers' demands and expectations.
• Frequent travels throughout the UK and Scotland, Europe & China if required.
• Documents onsite results & data for further inspections & analysis.
• Coordinates service and support with internal technical team, customers, and internal stakeholders during on-site activities, where appropriate.
• Proactively builds & maintains good relationships with clients & related parties.
• The role reports to the UK Operations Manager.

About the perfect candidate

• Qualified electrician (as defined by IET), preferably with experience in industrial / commercial premises.
  
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, requiring minimum supervision.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including MS Office.
• Conversant with the relevant aspects of UK regulations.
• Bus industry experience.
• Must have a UK driving license.
• PCV driving license required, preferably with 2yrs experience of driving PSV.
• Knowledge of DVSA and UK regulations.
• Good communication skills.
• NVQ level 3.
• Power Point skills essential.
• Has right-to-work in the UK.

We offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualification
• 25 Days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities

Summary

BYD UK is the UK distributor of BYD Company Ltd which is a China-based company and a global leading-edge provider of green energy technologies. BYD UK offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses and all-electric forklift trucks. BYD is expanding its UK operations to support a growing portfolio of electric bus projects.

This job role is primarily technical but requires close liaison with the UK based project management team.

Responsibilities

Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Lead or support discussions with our partner, Alexander Dennis, on technical requirements for the UK market and negotiate/agree product specifications with them.
• Act as BYD point-of-contact for technical liaison with other UK-based suppliers.
• Assess suitability to the UK market of components and systems sourced globally by BYD.
• Support factory production as required. This could involve temporary placements at ADL’s UK plants (Falkirk and Scarborough) as well as BYD plants (Hungary and China) and elsewhere.
• Work with the Project Management team to ensure that Product Improvements and Technical Projects are clearly documented and that the outcomes from such projects satisfy the market objectives.
• Support the BYD UK customer support team in the process of root cause analysis for field service issues.
• Support the UK sales team to assist in exploring feasibility of customer requests and ensure that BYD product proposals made to customers are technically robust and commercially realistic.
• Develop an awareness of UK market trends, competitors and legislation requirements, providing reports and insights as required.
• Other related activities and contingent assignments.
• Although office based, the role is likely to require travel in the UK and Europe, and some travel to China.
• The role reports to the UK Technical Manager with regular reporting to Bus Research Institute Product Manager (based in Rotterdam).

About the perfect candidate

• Minimum MSc in electrical, mechanical or automotive engineering, or a related discipline.
• Excellent Chinese and English written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem solving skills; ability to quickly translate customer opportunity or need into technical solutions.
• Ability to quickly become conversant with a wide range of vehicle engineering disciplines such as structures, HV systems, software and communications, energy management, LV electrical systems, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in working with an international team.
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others.
• Computer knowledge and proficiency, including MS Office and CAD.
• Proactivity and attention to the details and time-discipline.
• Confidence in customer-facing situations, including UK cultural awareness.
• Has right-to-work in the UK.

We offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualification
• 25 Days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities

Summary

We are currently looking for a permanent Key Account Manager to join our team reporting directly to the Aftersales/Aftersales manager. The Key Account Manager will manage and support to key account customers with handling the issues in a timely manner. We are ideally looking for a dynamic and passionate sales professional who has strong commercial awareness with a customer-centric ethos to drive service excellence, growth and profit.

Responsibilities

Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Schedule and manage meetings with key account customers independently and with third-party suppliers, ensuring process and support is provided to the key account, issues raised to be effectively managed in a timely manner from start to finish.
• Concise reporting of field aftersales issues raised, information to be disseminated to responsible parties. (Aftersales/Sales)
• Control and implement all technical queries / solutions between the U.K and responsible production sites.
• Control and manage VOR costs within SLA framework agreement.
• Co-ordinate and implement service recalls within the key accounts providing a structured approach ensuring correct repair methods are understood and followed by the engineering team.
• Increase revenue potential for downstream products and initiatives.
• Negotiate and manage goodwill issues within BYD aftersales framework for key account customers.
• Budget control for area of responsibility.
• Deputise in the absence of U.K workshop manager.

About the perfect candidate

• In depth understanding of aftersales business.
• Competent grasp of the bus and commercial vehicle industry.
• Proven track record in key account management.
• Ability to plan, budget and manage operations in a highly professional manner.
• Vehicle structure, mechanical and electrical knowledge.
• Knowledge of warranty, maintenance, and repair contracts.
• Knowledge of parts process.
• Proficient in general IT applications.
• Business management qualification.
• Engineering qualification.
• Ability to work issues, initiatives, and projects through to completion within critical timescales.
• Ability to prioritise ongoing tasks and apply flexible approach.
• Willingness to travel throughout U.K and abroad where required.
• Good command of spoken and written English is essential.
• Prove your right-to-work in the UK is essential.
  

We offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualification
• 25 Days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities

Summary

BYD is currently seeking a UK Service Operations Manager to work from our head office currently based at Iver Buckinghamshire, working within the renewable energy sector and with a keen focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems you will join a small but ever growing team. This role will require working alongside and supporting Senior Manager.

Responsibilities

Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following:

• British energy storage operations manager, responsible for the operation and maintenance of energy storage equipment assets in the UK to improve the asset preservation rate.
• Leading the UK after-sales team, in line with the goal of serving customers, improving customer service satisfaction and fulfilling BYD's after-sales service terms.
• Manage the local after-sales team, personnel management, work plan, work evaluation and evaluation, etc.
• Proving training to the new field service operatives.
• Maintain customer relationships, respond to customer calls, emails, and other feedback methods in a timely manner.
• Cost/budget/financial control of the UK after-sales team.
• Follow all BYD UK local procedures.
• Report to HQ. A weekly/monthly/annual report is needed.

About the perfect candidate

• Previous managerial experience of preferably for at least 3 years within a similar type role
• IOSH or NEBOSH Certificate
• Desirable electrical background such as City and Guilds 2330/2360 NVQ level 3 and Testing and Inspecting qualification equivalent to City and Guilds 2391 or 2394 & 2395 alongside 17/18^th edition. University taught in a related subject will be considered also
• Strong IT Skills, including Microsoft word/excel
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to converse effectively with clients/site owners/investors
• Clean UK driving licence
• Ability to read electrical schematics circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams
• Good command of English is essential, second language of Mandarin, Cantonese or Xiang would be highly advantageous but not critical 
• Prove your right-to-work in the UK is essential
  
  

We offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualification
• 25 Days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities

Summary

We are currently seeking a Business Development Executive to utilise their knowledge of the automotive industry to join their team. Working with BYD presents the chance to offer new and existing clients significant and advanced benefits. You will be building client relationships as you identify project opportunities within the new and fast-growing sector.

Responsibilities

Activities will be varied and will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work with Business Development Manager to achieve sales of electric vehicles;
• Develop a business plan and sales strategy for the target client that ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability;
• Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets;
• Maintain the relationship with existing customers;
• Identify new clients and right market opportunities art right times on right occasions;
• Collect tender information via various channels, review tender requirements and compile high-quality responses for bid submission within required timescales, working closely with Business Development Manager and colleagues from other departments;
• Collate customer's requirements and product specifications, working with R&D and Project Management teams to deliver required outcomes;
• Develop and implement sales tools/materials;
• Engage in market research regularly via various channels;
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics code;
• Other related activities and contingent assignments;
• Report to Business Development Manager.

About the perfect candidate

• Minimum 2 years Sales/Customer Account Management experience in automotive industry (ideally in bus, coach or truck) with extensive B2B network and very good connections to PTAs and PTOs
• Proven sales/commercial track record
• Bachelor's degree and above preferred
• Good understanding about electric vehicles and/or buses required
• Knowledge about leasing and finance solutions would be advantageous
• Experience with CRM tools would be advantageous
• Good command of English is essential, both written and verbal
• Proactive approach and result-oriented
• Good team player
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including MS Office
• Has right-to-work in the UK

We offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualification
• 25 Days annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Workplace pension
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities

Summary

The Tender team is the key to winning new projects and growing BYD business in Europe. In order to win tenders, it is crucial that we are able to distinguish BYD from the other bidders, whilst complying with the regulations and specific requirements. The Tender Specialist analyzes and coordinates the tender documentation flow between several departments to create the best possible offer. The Tender Specialist is able to switch focus quickly, balances several tasks with tight deadlines and communicates in a diplomatic and energetic manner.

The Tender Specialist is part of the tender team and the larger sales team and reports to the Tender Manager.

Responsibilities

Tender evaluation phase:

• Translate, analyze and summarize initial government or bus operator tender inquiry;
• Lead, monitor and smoothen communication between Sales managers, R&D Engineers, After-Sales Engineers, Legal & Finance team colleagues during tender evaluation phase;
• Collect and analyze evaluation forms;
• Share expertise and constructive feedback during the tender SWOT evaluation process.

Tender preparation phase:

• Handle multiple tasks with various deadlines in several tenders simultaneously by coordinating tender documentation between all parties;
• Propose and push forward innovative solutions to secure a balance between the client`s inquiry and BYD`s offer;
• Together with the R&D team translate the technical information into concrete, easily readable and distinctive offer for the client;
• Together with Sales team formulate the quotation strategy;
• Collect, analyze and summarize tender documentation from all included parties and submit to the client;
• Communicate with the client about possible questions and further price offer negotiations;
• Prepare monthly reports.

General:

• Follow the determined processes, safety and environmental instructions
• Report improvement opportunities in the organization, processes and incidents via an improvement note.

About the perfect candidate

• 1-3 years of relevant experience;
• High sense of responsibility;
• Excellent multi tasks management skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Able to prioritize and work independently;
• Value added if with technical background but not a must;
• Confident, professional and flexible;
• Team player;
• Energetic and stress resilient;
• Speak, read and write English and at least Chinese or Dutch at a professional level;
• Willing to travel occasionally within Europe.

We offer

• Job in a fast-developing company that stands for sustainable and forward-thinking technology;
• Performance and experience based competitive remuneration, pension plan, commuting allowance, HSM visa sponsorship, hybrid work opportunity;
• Team building events and employee learning opportunities.

Please note that the position is open for candidates living in the Netherlands with valid residence permits.

About BYD

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational company, based in Shenzhen, China. It operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 220,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Schiedam, Netherlands is the marketing and sales HQ of BYD Co., Ltd based in Shenzhen, China. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.