Commercial Manager (Solar)

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy specialist in the UK is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee the financial performance of solar PV and wind assets. The ideal candidate will have strong financial and commercial management skills, experience in asset management, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary, long-term progression, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully in a growing sector. The position involves managing budgets, producing financial reports, and working with various stakeholders across Europe.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Long-Term Progression

Company Benefits

Pension

Laptop & Phone

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Strong financial and contract management experience.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to travel occasionally across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, cost control, and liquidity planning.
• Produce financial, investor, and lender reporting.
• Oversee commercial aspects of O&M and service contracts.

Skills

Commercial or Financial training

Experience in renewable energy asset management

Strong commercial and contract management

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Commercial Manager (Renewable Energy / Asset Management)

Hybrid - UK-Based

Competitive Salary + Long-Term Progression + Company Benefits + Pension + Laptop & Phone + Flexible Working

Are you a commercially astute professional with strong financial and contract management experience looking to step into a senior leadership role within renewable energy?

Do you want to take ownership of high-value solar PV and wind assets, working closely with investors, lenders, and technical teams across the UK and Europe?

This established renewable energy specialist operates and optimises utility‑scale solar and wind assets across multiple European markets. With a growing UK portfolio and a strong international presence, the business supports assets throughout their lifecycle, from construction handover through long‑term operation, optimisation, repowering, and investment reporting.

As a Commercial Manager, you will play a key role within the Asset Management function, overseeing the commercial and financial performance of a portfolio of renewable energy assets. The position offers autonomy, senior stakeholder exposure, and strong long‑term career progression within a growing international platform.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward‑thinking renewable energy business where you can make a genuine impact while developing a long‑term career in a high‑growth sector.

The Role:

• Commercial ownership of assigned solar PV and wind asset portfolios
• Management of budgets, cost control, liquidity planning, and project economics
• Production of financial, investor, and lender reporting
• Oversight of commercial aspects of O&M and service contracts
• Management of insurance, warranty claims, and shareholder processes
• Liaison with investors, banks, auditors, advisors, and internal technical teams

The Person:

• Commercial or Financial training, degree, or equivalent qualification
• Experience within renewable energy asset management or real estate asset management
• Strong commercial, financial, and contract management experience
• Able to work independently with resilience in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills with senior stakeholder engagement experience
• Willing to travel occasionally across Europe

Reference Number: BBBH268756

To apply for this role or to be considered for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nathan Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.