Solar Business Development Manager in Nottingham

Energy Jobline ZR; Nottingham; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy organisation is seeking a Solar Business Development Manager to drive growth in the commercial solar sector. The role involves managing sales processes, securing rooftop solar opportunities, and developing long-term partnerships. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in commercial solar sales, a consultative approach, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting. This position offers competitive remuneration with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in commercial solar sales, ideally with knowledge of UK market trends.
• Proven track record of generating new business and nurturing long-term relationships.
• Confident communicator with a consultative, customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and securing commercial rooftop solar opportunities.
• Managing the entire sales process from outreach to contract agreement.
• Building relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners.

Skills

Commercial solar sales experience

Customer-focused communication

Business development

Knowledge of UK market trends

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

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Solar Business Development Manager – Commercial (Remote)

£60,000 - £70,000 • UK • Remote

The Opportunity

A leading renewable energy organisation is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to help drive growth across the commercial solar sector. If you enjoy building relationships, opening new opportunities and developing long-term partnerships, this is a role where you’ll be trusted to make a real impact. You’ll be joining a well-established renewables business with a strong reputation and a solid pipeline. This role suits someone who knows the commercial solar market and is ready to step into a position where success is recognised, rewarded and linked directly to future progression. You’ll play a key role in shaping how the business attracts and wins new work, working closely with senior leadership to drive strategy while also taking full ownership of your own sales activity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identifying and securing commercial and industrial rooftop solar opportunities (typically 100kW–2MW).
• Managing the entire sales process from initial outreach through to contract agreement.
• Working closely with internal design, engineering and delivery teams.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers and industry partners.
• Using a blend of traditional consultative selling and modern outreach methods to grow the company’s market presence.
• Contributing ideas, market insights and commercial strategies to support wider business plans.

About You

• Strong experience in commercial solar sales, ideally with knowledge of UK market trends, technologies and funding routes.
• Proven track record of generating new business and nurturing long-term relationships.
• Confident communicator with a consultative, customer-focused approach.
• Ambitious, motivated and looking for a role with room to step up and progress.
• Comfortable working remotely while managing your own pipeline and targets.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, someone who enjoys spotting opportunities and developing them into profitable deals.

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