Business Development Manager - Commercial Solar Sector
Location: Central UK (Preferred locations include Birmingham, Nottingham, Leicester, Coventry, and surrounding areas)
Salary: Up to £60,000 base with OTE circa £150,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience)
Who you'll be working for: Join a fast-growing employer with a 40-year history of providing innovative solutions to the UK's energy challenges. They specialise in delivering a range of renewable energy projects, with a particular focus on roof and ground-mounted solar installations. Their mission is to drive the transition to sustainable energy and create a greener future.
The Role: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Development Manager to join our team in the large-scale Commercial Solar sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in negotiating deals of 1MW+ in the industrial and commercial sector. You will play a key role in driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with clients, and closing high-value deals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the commercial solar sector.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry influencers.
- Negotiate and close deals of 1MW+ in the industrial and commercial sector.
- Provide expert knowledge on solar PV, voltage optimisation, and power purchase agreements (PPA).
- Collaborate with the technical and project management teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in business development within the commercial solar sector.
- Strong knowledge of solar PV, voltage optimisation, and power purchase agreements (PPA).
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close high-value deals (1MW+).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently.
- Willingness to travel within the central UK region.
Preferred Locations:
- Birmingham
- Nottingham
- Leicester
- Coventry
- Surrounding areas
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary up to £60,000.
- Attractive OTE circa £150,000 per annum.
- Opportunity to work with a leading company in the renewable energy sector.
- Career growth and development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about renewable energy and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a note outlining your interest in this opportunity to Martin at TQR.
TQR Plymouth is the recruitment agency acting on behalf of its renewable energy client.