Origination Manager - Marine Renewable Energy

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy seeks an Origination Manager to support bid preparation and project management in the marine sector. The successful candidate will require strong communication skills, a relevant degree, and a passion for sustainability. This role offers an opportunity to work on impactful projects aimed at achieving the UK's net zero goals.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in preparing and managing grants and bids.
• Familiar with marine, maritime, or renewable energy industries.

Responsibilities

• Winning grant and funding bid applications.
• Liaising with grant fund managers as necessary.
• Lead proposal drafting and follow up work.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

Degree in renewable energy, business administration, engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Our client is an innovative renewable energy marine developer that finances, installs and operates integrated shore power and adds renewable energy systems specifically designed for the commercial inland and coastal marine sector. They provide landowners and marine operators with utility-scale marine projects from 1.5MW to 50MW.

As Origination Manager you will be responsible for supporting the Head of Origination in preparing bids from bid inception through to final delivery and close. The role will require working on several projects simultaneously and an ability to work autonomously.

Their products include Shore Power, Port Power, Power-to-Marine (PtM) and Marine Retrofitting (retrofitting diesel work boats to electric propulsion).

Ideally you will be committed to the UK’s net zero ambitions, have a keen interest in renewable project development. You will also be an exceptional internal and external communicator, have excellent attention to detail and work in an efficient and process driven manner.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Winning grant and other funding bid applications
• Work with internal teams to identify and design project eligible for funding bids
• Liaise with grant fund managers as necessary (e.g. InnovateUK)
• Support origination activities
• Follow up on origination leads
• Lead proposal drafting and follow up work
• Identify and manage PPA / financial modelling (external support provided)

Key Role Requirements

• Degree level qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as renewable energy, business administration, engineering, or a related commercial or technical discipline.
• A self-starter with the ability to work autonomously within a small team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying tasks, solving problems, and driving projects to completion without constant supervision.
• Proven experience in preparing and managing grants, bids, and tenders associated with project development.
• Strong understanding of the processes involved in securing funding and navigating competitive tenders.
• Sound knowledge of commercial contracts, including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating terms.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in documentation and agreements.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a small, high-growth, early-stage business environment.
• Comfortable adapting to a dynamic workplace where roles may overlap, and responsibilities evolve.
• Familiarity with the marine, maritime, or renewable energy industries is a significant advantage.
• Awareness of sector-specific challenges and opportunities to bring value to the role.

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process

Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.