Position
Renewables Business Development Executive
Description
Are you ready to lead the way in sustainability? Sustainable Energy First is actively seeking an experienced Energy Analyst who will spearhead our efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of our UK business by an impressive 327,170 tonnes of CO2e by 2028, in alignment with our ambitious carbon reduction target. This role is not just about business success; it's about making a meaningful impact on the environment, economy, and society.
At Sustainable Energy First our purpose is to inspire and empower our people to make a positive difference for themselves, our clients and the planet.
Sustainable Energy First stands at the forefront of energy and utility management consultancy, offering a comprehensive suite of essential services encompassing procurement, revenue recovery, compliance support, and net zero consultancy. Central to our mission is a steadfast commitment to placing economic and environmental sustainability squarely at the core of our purpose.
You will already have experience in a business development role and have the confidence and gravitas to interact with prospects on the phone and in person at events.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with basic commercial energy market knowledge and aspirations to be a renewable energy specialist. You will be able to make an impact by helping the SE First team transition businesses to renewable energy and full training and support will be provided. You’ll be responsible for the day to day management of renewable accounts and business development opportunities, the CPPA platform (Corporate Power Purchase Agreements) and specific customer data management plus producing tender responses and liaising with suppliers.
The role
- Booking appointments with renewable energy generators for our renewable energy specialists to discuss Power Purchase Agreements / Gas Purchase Agreements / Corporate Power Purchase Agreements
- Focus on recruiting smaller generators into the Sustainable Energy Consortium
- Lead generation – identifying and qualifying new opportunities
- Building and maintaining the lead database
- Building and maintaining rapport with prospective and existing clients
- Data administration including Sales Force
- Researching events and tracking delegate lists
- Tracking industry bodies and associations
Our ideal candidate
- Proven business development experience on the phone is a must
- Basic commercial energy market knowledge
- A team player with a thirst for knowledge and a real interest in the renewable energy sector
- Excellent communication skills
Looking after our team
In return for your talent, Sustainable Energy First will provide you with a great team environment, award winning people culture and a work day that is challenging and rewarding. Our managers hold monthly 121 meetings with their teams to help them to succeed and support them in learning and developing. We offer flexible working, health care cash plan, company pension, subsidised gym membership or equipment, private healthcare, cycle to work scheme, salary sacrifice electric vehicles and all expenses paid trips away for 5,10,15 and 20 year services.
We are a certified Investors in People Gold business, as well as one of the UK’s Best Top 100 Companies to work For, 2020 and 2021.
Inclusive employer
We’re an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
349 Clifton Drive North, Lytham St Annes, FY8 2NA
Remote work possible
Working Hours
37
Base Salary
£32,000 Per year
2% commission
To apply
To apply for the position, send your CV and cover letter to susan.zolotarczuk@sefirst.com
