Business Development Manager - Utility Scale Renewables

Business Development Manager – Renewable Energy (Solar PV and BESS)

Unify HQ Ltd – United Kingdom

Salary:
Up to £85k basic plus bonus

Sector:
Renewable Energy, Energy Storage, Solar PV

About the Role

Unify HQ Ltd is supporting a fast-growing renewable energy manufacturer entering a major phase of UK expansion across utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems and repowering of ageing solar assets.

We are seeking an ambitious, commercially minded Business Development Manager who wants to move beyond traditional sales and play a visible role in shaping the UK market presence of a global power electronics brand.

This role suits someone who thrives in growth environments, can originate opportunities, build relationships, influence strategy and help establish a strong footprint across the UK renewable energy sector.

Key Pillars of the Role

Utility-Scale Solar PV

Engage with developers, EPCs, IPPs and asset owners to position inverter solutions for large-scale solar projects.

Battery Energy Storage Systems

Support customers in developing energy storage opportunities across utility-scale, distributed and commercial applications.

Repowering and Revamping

Identify and develop opportunities to upgrade ageing solar assets, improving long-term performance, reliability and investor value.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development and Relationship Management

* Build and maintain relationships with developers, EPCs, investors, consultants and asset owners

* Originate new opportunities across solar PV, BESS and repowering markets

* Grow the UK customer base and project pipeline

* Represent the business at industry events, conferences and customer meetings

* Track market developments and identify emerging opportunities

Commercial and Technical Solution Support

* Understand customer requirements and develop appropriate technical-commercial solutions

* Coordinate with internal technical, service and product teams

* Support bids, tenders and commercial proposals

* Assist project development from first engagement through to contract award

Market Development

* Help define and execute UK growth strategy

* Identify strategic partnerships and new routes to market

* Promote product and service differentiators

* Support expansion of new products and lifecycle service offerings

Essential Requirements

* Three to eight years of experience in renewable energy, energy storage or power infrastructure

* Exposure to solar PV, BESS or related technologies

* Customer-facing commercial experience

* Ability to understand and communicate technical concepts

* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

* Self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously

* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable Experience

* Developer, EPC, consultant or investor ecosystem exposure

* Utility-scale solar project experience

* Battery storage or flexibility market knowledge

* Understanding of repowering, revamping or asset optimisation

* Technical or engineering background

What’s on Offer

An entrepreneurial role within a rapidly expanding UK business

Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and market positioning

Exposure to major UK solar PV and BESS opportunities

Collaboration with senior leadership and international teams

Competitive salary plus performance incentives

Long-term career progression

Who This Role Suits

This is not a role for someone looking to maintain an existing account base. It is for someone who wants to build something, develop meaningful customer relationships and play a visible role in the growth of a business operating at the forefront of the UK energy transition.

If you are driven, commercially sharp, technically confident and ready to help shape a market, we want to hear from you.

How to apply

If you have the relevant experience and skills, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role to James Feeley, Department Lead at Unify Renewables.

If you have the skill set and are interested in being put forward for this new and exciting position, then please forward your CV immediately.

Unify HQ Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. If your experience matches, please forward your CV immediately. We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted