Senior Development Manager

OXBO; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Development Manager to join their London team. This role involves managing projects from early development to readiness for construction, focusing on renewable projects like solar PV and battery storage. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and strong stakeholder management skills. Join a collaborative culture with significant investment backing in the push towards net zero.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in renewable energy project development.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning and grid connection processes.
• Proven ability to take projects from concept to consented stage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Genuine passion for sustainability and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from early-stage development to ready-to-build.
• Manage site identification and feasibility.
• Oversee planning and permitting processes.
• Handle land and stakeholder negotiations.
• Coordinate with technical, legal, and commercial teams.
• Coordinate with technical, legal, and commercial teams.

Skills

Project development

Stakeholder management

Understanding of UK planning

Financial modelling

Negotiation skills

Job description

OXBO are pleased to once again be working with an established international renewable energy IPP who are seeking a Senior Development Manager to join their growing London-based team.

This company has a strong track record in utility‑scale solar, BESS (battery energy storage) and hybrid renewable projects, with an expanding portfolio across the UK and Europe, including operational assets. With significant investment backing and a collaborative culture, they offer an exciting platform for ambitious professionals who want to make a genuine impact on the journey to net zero.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of projects from early‑stage development through to ready‑to‑build, managing all aspects including:

• Site identification, feasibility, and grid connection strategy
• Planning and permitting processes
• Land and stakeholder negotiations
• Financial modelling, project appraisal, and risk management
• Coordination with technical, legal, and commercial teams

You’ll report directly into the UK country manager, and this role has scope to become a Development Lead / Head of Development into the future.

About You

You’re an experienced renewables professional with a solid background in project development – ideally across solar PV, battery storage, or onshore wind. You can balance the technical and commercial aspects of development, with the confidence to lead negotiations and manage key stakeholders.

You’ll likely bring:

• 5+ years’ experience in renewable energy project development
• Strong knowledge of UK planning and grid connection processes
• Proven ability to take projects from concept to consented stage
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A genuine passion for sustainability and innovation