Retrofit Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability-focused company is searching for a Retrofit Business Development Officer to elevate energy efficiency initiatives across communities. This hybrid role demands strong stakeholder engagement skills along with a passion for sustainability. Candidates should be adept at managing partnerships, advising on funding solutions, and coordinating project implementations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Good understanding of carbon reduction strategies and energy efficiency funding.
• Experience working with charities or community groups.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for local authorities and housing providers.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with charities and community groups.
• Plan and deliver local events supporting community engagement.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualification in environmental sciences

Qualification in energy management

Job description

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Client:

Happy Energy Solutions Ltd

Location:

Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Happy Energy Solutions Ltd are expanding our team and looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Retrofit Business Development Officer to lead engagement with local authorities and social housing providers. This role plays a key part in driving forward energy efficiency initiatives and building strong partnerships that support the delivery of carbon-saving projects across communities.

If you’re a confident communicator with a passion for sustainability and stakeholder collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities include:

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

Qualifications and experience required:

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management, especially with local authorities or housing providers.
• Good understanding of carbon reduction strategies, ECO/HEATflex schemes, and energy efficiency funding.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Experience attending events and community programmes.
• Excellent organisational and reporting skills.
• Experience working with charities or community groups (desirable).
• Knowledge of local government frameworks and funding cycles.
• Qualification in environmental sciences, energy management, or related fields (desirable).

Location: Hybrid, Home-Based (within close proximity to London and the South East). Regular travel will be required to attend meetings in London, the South East, and occasionally further afield.

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