Renewable Energy Business Development Manager

Network Engineering; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based commission

Executive health benefits

Travel allowance

International business development

Industry intelligence access

Job summary

Network Engineering seeks a Renewable Energy Business Development Manager to drive growth in Sandton and surrounding regions. You will build relationships with clients, partners, and government agencies, and develop new pipelines across solar, wind, and other renewables.

The role requires a deep understanding of energy technologies, project finance and regulatory landscapes, plus a strong network in the energy sector. A dynamic, strategic thinker will thrive in this fast-growing market.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategy within the renewable energy or power sector.
• Proven track record of successfully closing complex deals and building strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, project finance, and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a robust professional network in the energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in solar, wind, and other renewable energy projects.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve company growth targets.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, partners, government agencies, and industry influencers.
• Lead negotiations for project development agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and other commercial contracts.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform business strategies and identify emerging trends in Gauteng.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Engineering

Finance

MBA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field

MBA

Job description

Renewable Energy Business Development Manager

Our client is searching for a dynamic and strategic Renewable Energy Business Development Manager to drive growth and identify new opportunities within the rapidly expanding renewable energy market in Sandton and beyond. You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, developing new business pipelines, and forging strategic partnerships. This role requires a deep understanding of the renewable energy sector, strong commercial acumen, and exceptional networking capabilities. Join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of the energy transition.

About the Role

Our client is searching for a dynamic and strategic Renewable Energy Business Development Manager to drive growth and identify new opportunities within the rapidly expanding renewable energy market in Sandton and beyond. You will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, developing new business pipelines, and forging strategic partnerships. This role requires a deep understanding of the renewable energy sector, strong commercial acumen, and exceptional networking capabilities. Join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of the energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in solar, wind, and other renewable energy projects.
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve company growth targets.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with clients, partners, government agencies, and industry influencers.
• Lead negotiations for project development agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and other commercial contracts.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform business strategies and identify emerging trends in Gauteng .

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategy within the renewable energy or power sector.
• Proven track record of successfully closing complex deals and building strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, project finance, and regulatory landscapes.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a robust professional network in the energy industry.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and substantial performance-based commission structure.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement planning support.
• Travel allowance and opportunities for international business development.
• Access to cutting-edge market intelligence and industry events.
• A challenging and rewarding role in a rapidly growing sector, based in the commercial hub of Sandton .