Retrofit Business Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Retrofit Business Development Manager in Stoke-on-Trent to engage with local authorities and promote energy efficiency initiatives. The role involves stakeholder management, project coordination, and developing strong partnerships to enhance community engagement and carbon-saving efforts. Travel is required within London and the South East.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement and local authority management.
• Good understanding of ECO/HEATflex schemes.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for local authorities.
• Promote sustainable solutions and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Develop partnerships with charities and community groups.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Relationship management

Carbon reduction strategies

Energy efficiency funding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Community engagement

Education

Qualification in environmental sciences

Energy management

Job description

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Retrofit Business Development Manager, Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

Happy Energy Solutions Ltd

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, 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 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 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 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 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.