Retrofit Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; North East; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent energy solutions firm seeks a Retrofit Business Development Manager to foster relationships with local authorities and social housing providers. This hybrid role requires a proactive professional with a strong background in energy efficiency initiatives and stakeholder engagement. Successful candidates will manage project implementations while promoting carbon-saving strategies across communities, along with fulfilling travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing relationships with local authorities.
• Strong understanding of carbon reduction strategies and funding.
• Experience attending community programs and events.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for local authorities and housing providers.
• Promote and advise on energy efficiency funding options.
• Plan and deliver events for community engagement.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Qualification in environmental sciences or energy management

Job description

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Retrofit Business Development Manager, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

Happy Energy Solutions Ltd

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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.

What You'll be Doing

• 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 all stakeholders
• Support funding applications and reporting for energy efficiency initiatives
• Produce regular 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 energy efficiency funding
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel
• Experience attending events and community programs
• 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 with local authorities and social housing providers in London, the South East, and occasionally further afield in line with project requirements.

How to Apply

Please send an up-to-date CV clearly outlining how your experience aligns with the role, along with a covering letter detailing your interest. Please note applications without both a CV and covering letter will not be considered.