Solar Sales Specialist

Adore Recruitment; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Solar Sales Specialist to drive sales of solar PV systems in Essex and Hertfordshire. Responsibilities include generating leads, conducting site surveys, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the solar or construction sector and previous sales experience. This role offers home/field-based flexibility, a competitive base salary, and uncapped commission potential.

Benefits

Work-from-home flexibility

Competetive base salary with uncapped commission

First-class international sales training

Yearly sales conference and ongoing development

Qualifications

• Knowledge of solar PV or construction/renewables sector (advantageous).
• Understanding of technical drawings and survey reports.
• Previous B2B/B2C sales or client-facing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads and manage a sales pipeline.
• Conduct technical site surveys and assessments.
• Design and propose bespoke solar PV solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Work towards sales targets with a solution-led approach.

Skills

Knowledge of solar PV or construction/renewables sector

Understanding of technical drawings and survey reports

B2B/B2C sales or client-facing experience

Job description

Job Title: Solar Sales Specialist

Industry Sector: Roofing/Solar

Position Type: Permanent – Full-time

Location: Essex / Hertfordshire (RM – SS – CM – CO – SG – AL)

Hours of Work: Home/Field-Based as Required

Salary: £30,000 – £50,000 Basic (Negotiable DOE) + Bonuses/Commissions

The Organisation

A long-established, employee-owned business recognised for delivering premium roofing and building envelope solutions across the UK. Following continuous growth and diversification, the company now offers high-performance solar PV systems designed for the commercial, public, and residential sectors. Known for its exceptional customer service, product reliability, and strong values-driven culture, it offers a unique career opportunity for motivated sales professionals in the renewable energy space.

Company Values Include:

• A people-first philosophy
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Integrity & creativity
• Drive to be the best
• Adaptability to change
• Independent and resilient approach

Job Description

As a Solar Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for driving sales of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across a designated territory in Essex and Hertfordshire. Your role includes:

• Generating leads and managing a sales pipeline
• Conducting technical site surveys and assessments
• Designing and proposing bespoke solar PV solutions
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Working towards sales targets with a tenacious and solution-led approach
• Keeping up to date with relevant industry standards, regulations, and innovations

Key Requirements:

• Knowledge of solar PV or construction/renewables sector (advantageous)
• Understanding of technical drawings and survey reports
• Previous B2B/B2C sales or client-facing experience
• Full UK driving licence

Person Specification:

• Technically minded with strong commercial awareness
• Self-motivated and money-driven
• Adaptable and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude
• Career focused and eager to progress
• Resilient, proactive, and entrepreneurial

Why This Role Is Attractive:

• Work-from-home flexibility
• Competitive base salary with exceptional uncapped commission
• Defined territories – no internal competition
• Yearly sales conference and ongoing development
• First-class international sales training
• 100% employee-owned organisation
• Company has enjoyed continuous growth for 18 consecutive years

To apply, contact Shelly Newton on 01268 971950 or email [e-mail]