Strategic Energy Partnerships Manager

E.ON UK; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Generous pension

Life cover

Bonus opportunities

20 flexible benefits with tax/NI saves

Job summary

E.ON UK is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead the Coventry Strategic Energy Partnership and drive the growth of low‑carbon energy infrastructure projects.

You will originate, develop and convert high‑value opportunities across public and private sectors, negotiating complex contracts and guiding projects from concept to delivery. A full UK driving licence and strong stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven track record securing high-value commercial opportunities in energy, utilities, infrastructure or built environment.
• Experience building and managing senior client relationships across public and private sector organisations.
• Strong commercial acumen including business case development, financial modelling and investment governance.
• Experience leading bids, negotiating complex contracts and managing commercial risk.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and build consensus across multiple organisations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with board-level audiences.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple opportunities.
• Collaborative approach across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, self-motivated with ability to identify and develop opportunities independently.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing a pipeline of energy infrastructure opportunities across public and private sector markets.
• Identifying new opportunities across E.ON's full range of energy solutions.
• Building long‑term relationships with local authorities, developers, investors and strategic partners.
• Leading commercial discussions, business case development, financial modelling and investment proposals.
• Negotiating complex commercial agreements and supporting governance through to contract signature.
• Working collaboratively with legal, finance, technical and delivery teams to develop successful solutions.
• Monitoring market trends, policy developments, funding opportunities and competitor activity to identify new growth opportunities.
• Supporting the continued growth of the One Cities model by sharing best practice and contributing to future city partnerships.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Financial modelling

Bid leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Job description

E.ON UK is seeking a commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead the Coventry Strategic Energy Partnership and drive the growth of low‑carbon energy infrastructure projects.

You will originate, develop and convert high‑value opportunities across public and private sectors, negotiating complex contracts and guiding projects from concept to delivery. A full UK driving licence and strong stakeholder management are essential.