Retrofit Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy organization seeks a Retrofit Business Development Officer to engage local authorities and housing providers in sustainability initiatives. This hybrid role involves promoting energy efficiency solutions, managing stakeholder partnerships, and supporting funding applications. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in environmental practices.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with local authorities and housing providers.
• Knowledge of carbon reduction strategies and funding schemes.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Act as main contact for local authorities and social housing providers.
• Promote HESL's offerings and advise on funding measures.
• Develop partnerships with community groups and charities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Qualification in environmental sciences

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Posted:

26.06.2025

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10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Happy Energy Solutions Ltd is 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 is key in driving energy efficiency initiatives and building partnerships supporting 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.

What You'll be Doing

• Act as the main point of 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 local events for community engagement and carbon reduction.
• Coordinate project implementation and ensure communication among stakeholders.
• Support funding applications and reporting for energy efficiency initiatives.
• Produce reports tracking outcomes such as carbon and energy bill savings.

What We’re Looking For

• 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 funding.
• Strong communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Experience attending events and community programs.
• Excellent organizational and reporting skills.
• Experience 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 (close to London and the South East). Regular travel required to meet with local authorities and social housing providers 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.