Ready for a career path to be a Renewables Energy Specialist? Sustainable Energy First is actively seeking a Renewables Business Development Exec 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.
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.
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, SEFirst will provide you with a great team environment, and an award winning people culture to help you thrive in your career.
We offer a flexible working scheme, Simply Health cash plan, private healthcare, salary sacrifice electric vehicles, company pension, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work scheme, all expenses paid holidays for 5, 10, 15, 20 years service…. and if you’re office based, breakfast on Fridays.
SE First is a B Corps and Investors in People Gold certified business.
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.
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.