Business Development Manager

One Energy Projects; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

One Energy Projects in Birkenhead/Manchester is seeking a Business Development Manager to identify new commercial opportunities, build relationships with stakeholders, and manage a pipeline from initial contact to close.

You will research target markets, prepare proposals, coordinate with technical teams to tailor solar solutions, and represent the company at client meetings and industry events, with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, sales, or account management within renewable energy or related sectors.
• Proven ability to convert leads into long-term clients and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to analyse market data and develop growth strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in business or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities for solar solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Prepare proposals and presentations; coordinate with technical teams to tailor offerings.
• Represent the company at client meetings and industry events; monitor market trends and contribute to forecasts.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales / account management

Relationship building

Negotiation

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering/sustainability

Tools

CRM

MS Office

Job description

Company Description One Energy Projects is a leading provider of innovative solar solutions, specialising in the design and installation of advanced solar energy systems for businesses and individuals. The company’s mission is to accelerate decarbonisation and improve energy control by enabling wider adoption of renewable energy.

With a strong focus on sustainability, One Energy Projects is committed to making solar power both accessible and cost-effective for its clients. Team members collaborate closely with customers to deliver tailored solar solutions that support long-term environmental and financial goals.

Role Description This full-time, on-site Business Development Manager role is based in Birkenhead and Manchester, with occasional travel from time to time. The Business Development Manager will identify and pursue new commercial opportunities, build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, and manage a pipeline of prospects from initial contact through to contract negotiation and close.

Daily responsibilities include researching target markets, preparing proposals and presentations, coordinating with technical and project teams to develop tailored solar solutions, and representing the company at client meetings and industry events.

The role also involves monitoring market trends, contributing to sales forecasts and strategic planning, and ensuring that customer feedback is incorporated into continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, sales, or account management, ideally within renewable energy, engineering, or related sectors.
• Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of converting leads into long-term clients.
• Ability to analyse market data, identify growth opportunities, and develop strategic plans to expand the customer base.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with strong skills in written proposals and client-facing discussions.
• Solid organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple opportunities and meeting deadlines.
• Comfort working with technical teams to understand solar solutions and translate them into commercially compelling offerings.
• Proficiency with CRM and standard office software (e.g., MS Office or equivalent); familiarity with sales reporting tools is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, sustainability, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge of the solar or broader renewable energy market is highly desirable.
• Ability to work on-site in Birkenhead/Manchester and travel to client locations and events as needed.