Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Commercial Solar Sector Location: Central UK (Preferred locations include Birmingham, Nottingham, Leicester, Coventry, and surrounding areas) Salary: Up to £60,000 base with OTE circa £150,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience) Who you'll be working for: Join a fast-growing employer with a 40-year history of providing innovative solutions to the UK's energy challenges. They specialise in delivering a range of renewable energy projects, with a particular focus on roof and ground-mounted solar installations. Their mission is to drive the transition to sustainable energy and create a greener future. The Role: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Business Development Manager to join our team in the large-scale Commercial Solar sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in negotiating deals of 1MW+ in the industrial and commercial sector. You will play a key role in driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with clients, and closing high-value deals. Key Responsibilities: * Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the commercial solar sector. * Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and industry influencers. * Negotiate and close deals of 1MW+ in the industrial and commercial sector. * Provide expert knowledge on solar PV, voltage optimisation, and power purchase agreements (PPA). * Collaborate with the technical and project management teams to ensure successful project delivery. * Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities. Requirements: * Proven experience in business development within the commercial solar sector. * Strong knowledge of solar PV, voltage optimisation, and power purchase agreements (PPA). * Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close high-value deals (1MW+). * Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. * Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently. * Willingness to travel within the central UK region. Preferred Locations: * Birmingham * Nottingham * Leicester * Coventry * Surrounding areas What We Offer: * Competitive base salary up to £60,000. * Attractive OTE circa £150,000 per annum. * Opportunity to work with a leading company in the renewable energy sector. * Career growth and development opportunities. * Supportive and collaborative work environment. How to Apply: If you are passionate about renewable energy and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a note outlining your interest in this opportunity to Martin at TQR. TQR Plymouth is the recruitment agency acting on behalf of its renewable energy client