Business Development Manager

Travail Employment Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales in solar PV and energy storage solutions across residential and commercial markets. The ideal candidate will have significant B2B or B2C sales experience, ideally in renewable technologies, and possess strong consultative skills. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, including an EV scheme or car allowance and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

EV scheme or car allowance

Commission structure

Ongoing training and professional development

Exciting career path in renewable energy

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B or B2C sales is essential.
• Desirable experience within solar, battery storage, or related renewable technologies.
• Strong understanding of energy storage systems.
• Familiarity with AI-based optimisation or grid trading is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities across residential and commercial markets.
• Conduct site visits to assess needs and recommend tailored solar PV and energy storage solutions.
• Promote energy trading and AI optimisation.

Skills

B2B or B2C sales experience

Communication skills

Consultative sales skills

Commercial acumen

Ability to work independently

Job description

Business Development Manager

Competitive, Burgess Hill, Full–time, Permanent, 23 days holiday + bank holidays, EV scheme or car allowance, Commission, Career development opportunities

The Role

An exciting opportunity to join a pioneering business in the renewable energy sector, specialising in solar PV, energy storage, EV charging, and AI–powered optimisation. With over 10,000 installations completed and a reputation for technical excellence and innovation, the company is now entering a phase of significant growth.

Reporting to the Head of Sales, you'll play a key role in driving new business across residential and commercial markets across Susssex, Surrey & Kent, helping customers unlock the benefits of clean energy solutions and grid trading. You'll work closely with developers, property owners, and industry partners to offer tailored, future–proof energy systems.

• Identify and convert new business opportunities across residential and commercial markets
• Conduct site visits to assess needs and recommend tailored solar PV and energy storage solutions
• Promote energy trading, AI optimisation, and battery–first strategies
• Represent the company at trade events and industry functions
• Build partnerships with developers, installers, and key stakeholders
• Manage the full sales lifecycle from lead to close
• Maintain accurate sales pipelines and meet revenue targets
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity

Requirements

Proven experience in B2B or B2C sales is essential. Highly desirable would be for this to fall within solar, battery storage, or related renewable technologies. A good understanding of energy storage systems is essential, while familiarity with AI–based optimisation or grid trading would be highly desirable. Strong communication and consultative sales skills are key, along with commercial acumen and the ability to work independently. A full UK driving license is essential for travel across England and Wales.

This role could suit someone who has worked as a Renewable Energy Sales Executive, Solar Consultant, or Energy Solutions Specialist.

Company Information

A fast–growing renewable energy company at the forefront of clean tech innovation. Known for its commitment to service, quality, and technical leadership, the company is expanding across the UK's residential, commercial, and education sectors. With a forward–thinking approach to energy storage and smart trading, it offers both sustainability and value to customers looking to reduce costs and carbon footprint.

Package

Competitive salary dependant on experience

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

EV scheme or car allowance

Commission structure

Ongoing training and professional development

Exciting career path in a future–facing sector

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