With the UK government’s ambitious goal of delivering 60GW of solar power by 2030, Solar Careers UK are on a mission to help recruit, train, and place over 60,000 new professionals into rewarding careers within the solar and battery storage industry.

Solar Careers UK, is a division of the solar industry’s trade association Solar Energy UK, who represent 425+ solar businesses, many that specialise in providing high quality solar installations to domestic, commercial, and utility-scale clients. We have been asked to assist them with the recruitment of full-time and permanent installation teams from across all regions of the United Kingdom.

A highly profitable, fast growing renewable energy business is at the forefront of the UK’s green energy revolution. They are looking for highly motivated people to help drive them forward. By joining their team, you will be at the cutting edge of renewable energy solutions. One of the UK’s fastest-growing wholesalers of renewable energy products is looking for a Business Development Manager to work from locations nationwide, within your designated geographic territory.

If you’re looking to transition into an Business Development Manager from another sector, many transferable skills can make you a strong candidate and these are listed below.

Contract type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive salary, depending on experience

Location: Nationwide

Role Overview

As the Business Development Manager , you will be responsible for sales development within your designated geographic territory. You will manage existing nationwide relationships and collaborate closely with internal and external sales teams, branch managers, and other departments to deliver outstanding customer service. Your goal will be to boost profitable sales and expand market share.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with internal leads via telephone, qualify them, and nurture qualified prospects into profitable customers.
• Identify and develop new prospects currently unknown to the company.
• Schedule and attend meetings to build and strengthen relationships with prospects, customers, and suppliers.
• Represent the company at commercial events, both during and outside of normal working hours, across the UK and potentially internationally.
• Complete all required administrative tasks in a timely manner.

Requirements & Skills

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or Sales Executive in the renewable energy industry (wholesale experience is a plus).
• Proven successful sales track record.
• Relevant product knowledge.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build rapport, foster relationships, and network effectively.
• Excellent time management and planning abilities.
• Proficient in using computers and related technology.

Benefits

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Bonus scheme with OTE of £80k+.
• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Free on-site parking.
• Electric company car.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.