Retrofit Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Retrofit Business Development Manager in Chelmsford to engage with local authorities and community partners for energy efficiency projects. The role involves stakeholder collaboration, promoting funding solutions, and developing community initiatives to support carbon reduction efforts. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, stakeholder engagement experience, and a passion for sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder engagement with local authorities or housing providers.
• Knowledge of carbon reduction strategies and energy funding.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Main contact for local authorities and social housing providers.
• Promote carbon-saving solutions and ECO funding.
• Coordinate project implementation and community engagement events.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Qualification in environmental sciences, energy management, or related fields

Job description

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Retrofit Business Development Manager, Chelmsford

Client: Happy Energy Solutions Ltd

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Happy Energy Solutions Ltd is expanding our team and seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Retrofit Business Development Officer to lead engagement with local authorities and social housing providers. This role is crucial in advancing energy efficiency initiatives and forming strong partnerships to support carbon-saving projects across communities.

If you are a confident communicator passionate about sustainability and stakeholder collaboration, we would love to hear from you.

What You'll be Doing

• Act as the main contact for local authorities and social housing providers within a designated area.
• Promote HESL’s offerings, including ECO funding, HEATflex, local HEAT websites, and carbon-saving solutions.
• Advise stakeholders on funding and energy efficiency measures.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with charities, community groups, and housing providers.
• Plan and deliver community engagement events supporting carbon reduction.
• Coordinate project implementation and ensure clear stakeholder communication.
• Support funding applications and reporting for energy efficiency projects.
• Produce reports on outcomes such as carbon and energy savings.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management, especially with local authorities or housing providers.
• Knowledge of carbon reduction strategies, ECO/HEATflex schemes, and energy funding.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.
• Experience in community events and programs.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills.
• Charity or community group experience (desirable).
• Understanding of local government frameworks and funding cycles.
• Qualification in environmental sciences, energy management, or related fields (desirable).

Location: Hybrid, home-based within proximity to London and the South East. Regular travel to meetings in these areas and occasionally further afield will be required.

How to Apply

Please send an up-to-date CV outlining your experience and a covering letter explaining your interest. Applications without both will not be considered.