What Solar Energy Jobs are in the United Kingdom?

• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments for potential solar energy installations.
• Analyze solar resource data (insolation, weather patterns) to optimize system design and energy yield predictions.
• Perform financial modeling and economic analysis for solar projects, including ROI and payback period calculations.
• Evaluate the performance of existing solar assets and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare detailed technical and financial reports for project stakeholders and internal teams.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in solar technology, policy, and market trends.
• Collaborate with project developers, engineers, and financiers remotely.
• Utilize specialized software for solar performance modeling and analysis.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the company's solar portfolio.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy), Environmental Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in solar energy analysis, project development, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of photovoltaic (PV) systems and solar resource assessment.
• Proficiency with solar modeling software (e.g., PVsyst, Helioscope, SAM).
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with financial modeling and economic evaluation of renewable energy projects.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with UK renewable energy policies and incentives is highly desirable.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the UK .

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Departer is a leading German Executive Search firm with over 20 years of experience in global leadership recruitment. We specialize in placing executives in medium-sized enterprises and private equity portfolio firms across DACH, MEAI, ASIA, and ANZ regions. With a deep understanding of the DACH economy, we facilitate successful placements within global management teams across corporate headquarters and entities abroad.

Our client is a fast-growing international renewable energy group operating an AI-powered solar infrastructure platform. Through its integrated platform and service ecosystem, the company enables solar installers and storage professionals to manage design, procurement, financing, and operations in a highly efficient, data-driven way - allowing partners to deliver smarter, faster, and more profitable energy projects.

As part of its continued international expansion, the company is strengthening its leadership presence in Europe and is seeking a Country Manager UK (m/f/d) to own customer outcomes, adoption, and long-term value creation across the region. You will work in close collaboration with the global executive team and contribute directly to strategic decisions at an international level. This is a senior leadership role for a highly motivated professional who combines commercial leadership, strong sales drive, and digital affinity with deep industry insight. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys building businesses from the ground up and wants to play a key role in scaling an innovative, AI-driven platform.

• Define and execute a comprehensive Customer Success strategy for the UK and Europe, fully aligned with regional growth, revenue, and expansion objectives
• Build, lead, and scale a high-performing, remote Customer Success organisation operating across multiple European markets, establishing clear engagement models, success frameworks, and escalation pathways
• Serve as a senior point of contact for key installer partners, EPCs, and strategic accounts, fostering long-term and trust-based relationships
• Drive structured onboarding, product adoption, and lifecycle engagement across installer networks to maximize customer value and retention while ensuring a consistent customer experience across countries
• Own and actively manage core Customer Success KPIs including adoption, retention, churn, NPS, and expansion influence
• Identify upsell, cross-sell, and value-added service opportunities in close collaboration with Sales and Partnerships teams
• Translate customer feedback and field insights into strategic recommendations for Product and Growth teams, directly influencing roadmap priorities
• Align Customer Success operations with regional go-to-market strategies and support renewals, expansions, and new market launches
• Oversee Customer Success activities across multiple European jurisdictions, ensuring compliance, reporting accuracy, and reliable forecasting
• Maintain a strong field presence through regular travel across the UK and Europe, representing the company at installer events, partner meetings, and industry forums

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Energy, or a related discipline
• More than 10 years of experience in Customer Success, Account Management, or Operations roles within growth-oriented and international environments
• A strong background in the solar / PV industry, ideally within installer, EPC, distribution, or solar SaaS ecosystems
• Proven experience managing and scaling installer or partner networks across multiple markets
• Demonstrated success leading remote, multi-country teams within Europe
• A strategic, KPI-driven leadership style combined with strong operational execution capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, enabling effective engagement at senior partner level
• High comfort with frequent travel across multiple European markets

Übersicht

tellenbezeichnung: Country Manager Deutschland
Standort: Deutschland
Berichtet an: Chief Executive Officer

Über die Rolle

Als Country Manager – Deutschland leiten Sie die Geschäfte von GreenSketch in Deutschland. Sie treiben Wachstum, operative Exzellenz und Kundenzufriedenheit voran. Ihre Verantwortung umfasst die Skalierung der Geschäftsabläufe, den Ausbau der Marktpräsenz und die Sicherstellung einer starken Leistung in allen Funktionsbereichen. Ihre Rolle vereint strategische Führung, kaufmännisches Management und praktische operative Steuerung, um GreenSketch als führenden digitalen Dienstleister im Bereich dezentrale Solar- und Speicherlösungen in der Region zu positionieren.

1. Markt- und Geschäftsentwicklung
   • Entwicklung und Umsetzung der Wachstumsstrategie für den deutschen Markt im Einklang mit der globalen Roadmap von GreenSketch.
   • Identifizierung von Branchentrends, regulatorischen Chancen und Wettbewerbsdynamiken im Solar- und Speichersegment zur strategischen Steuerung des Geschäfts.
   • Förderung der Marktdurchdringung durch Installateure, Distributoren und Partner.
   • Bereitstellung von Marktanalysen und Feedback an die Zentrale zur Unterstützung der Produktentwicklung und globalen Strategie.
2. Vertrieb & kommerzielle Führung
   • Verantwortung für Umsatz- und Kundengewinnungsziele in Deutschland.
   • Aufbau, Leitung und Management von Vertriebs- und kommerziellen Teams zur Förderung von Akquise und Kundenbindung.
   • Aufbau und Pflege strategischer Beziehungen zu Vertriebspartnern, Lieferanten und Branchenakteuren.
   • Entwicklung von Preis-, Partnerschafts- und Vertriebsstrategien, die auf die lokalen Marktanforderungen zugeschnitten sind.
3. Betrieb & Leistungserbringung
   • Überwachung des täglichen Geschäftsbetriebs in den Bereichen Vertriebssupport, Customer Success, Logistik und technischer Support.
   • Sicherstellung einer reibungslosen Einführung, Betreuung und Bindung von Installateuren und Partnern.
   • Steigerung der betrieblichen Effizienz, Prozessoptimierung und Einhaltung lokaler Vorschriften und Standards.
   • Gewährleistung hoher Servicequalität und zuverlässiger Leistung gegenüber Kunden und Partnern.
4. Teamführung
   • Rekrutierung, Förderung und Motivation leistungsstarker, funktionsübergreifender Teams in den Bereichen Betrieb und Vertrieb.
   • Festlegung klarer KPIs und Performance-Frameworks zur Förderung einer ergebnisorientierten und kollaborativen Unternehmenskultur.
   • Funktion als Bindeglied zwischen dem deutschen Team und der globalen Zentrale, um strategische und kulturelle Ausrichtung sicherzustellen.
5. Finanzen & Strategieumsetzung
   • Verantwortung für die regionale Gewinn- und Verlustrechnung (P&L) sowie das Budgetmanagement.
   • Optimierung von Umsatzmodellen und Sicherstellung der Erreichung oder Übererfüllung finanzieller Zielvorgaben.
   • Bereitstellung strategischer Markt- und Kundenanalysen an die Zentrale zur Mitgestaltung der globalen Roadmap.
   • Unterstützung bei Planung, Prognosen und Reporting zur Gewährleistung von Transparenz und Rechenschaftspflicht.
6. Marken- & Branchenrepräsentation
   • Repräsentation von GreenSketch auf Branchenveranstaltungen, Konferenzen und in Verbänden in Deutschland.
   • Auftreten als Meinungsführer und Sprecher des Unternehmens in der Region.
   • Aufbau und Pflege starker Beziehungen zu politischen Entscheidungsträgern, Branchenverbänden und wichtigen Interessengruppen.
7. Weitere Aufgaben
   • Übernahme weiterer Aufgaben gemäß den Anweisungen des CEO oder des Executive Teams zur Förderung des Wachstums und Erfolgs von GreenSketch in Deutschland.
   • Anpassung an neue geschäftliche Prioritäten, Marktchancen oder operative Erfordernisse.
   • Mitwirkung an Sonderprojekten, Initiativen oder funktionsübergreifenden Programmen außerhalb des Tagesgeschäfts.

• Marktwachstum & Umsatz: Erreichen der Ziele für Kundengewinnung, SaaS-Adoption und Umsatz.
• Betrieb & Kundenerfolg: Sicherstellung reibungsloser Abläufe in Onboarding, Schulung, Kundenbindung und Prozessoptimierung.
• Teamführung: Rekrutierung, Förderung und Management leistungsstarker Teams in den Bereichen Betrieb, Vertrieb und FinTech.
• Funktionsübergreifende Zusammenarbeit: Sicherstellen, dass Produkt-, Technik-, Risiko-, Compliance- und Vertriebsteams integrierte, kundenorientierte Lösungen liefern.
• Repräsentation von GreenSketch: Auftreten als Botschafter des Unternehmens gegenüber Branchenakteuren, Regulierungsbehörden und Partnern.

Diese Position ist grundsätzlich innerhalb der regulären Arbeitszeiten auszuüben. Aufgrund der zentralen Bedeutung der Rolle und der Verantwortung für Kundenzufriedenheit und Zielerreichung kann jedoch gelegentliche Arbeit außerhalb der normalen Zeiten erforderlich sein, z. B.:

• Teilnahme an Kundenterminen, Networking-Events oder Branchenveranstaltungen am Abend oder Wochenende.
• Teilnahme an Meetings mit internationalen Kunden in anderen Zeitzonen (frühe oder späte Telefonate).
• Erfüllung von Zielvorgaben oder Fristen, die zusätzliche Arbeitsstunden erfordern.
• Bearbeitung dringender Kundenanliegen oder Nachverfolgung wichtiger Geschäftsmöglichkeiten.
• Reisen außerhalb regulärer Arbeitszeiten, einschließlich Wochenenden.
• Anpassung des Arbeitsplans an Reisetermine oder Kundenverfügbarkeiten.
• Reaktion auf dringende Anfragen außerhalb der Bürozeiten zur Sicherstellung des Servicefortschritts.
• Unterstützung bei Vorbereitung und Nachbereitung wichtiger Veranstaltungen oder Produkteinführungen.

GreenSketch legt großen Wert auf eine gesunde Work-Life-Balance. Daher wird darauf geachtet, dass zusätzliche Arbeitsbelastungen im Gleichgewicht mit Ihrem persönlichen Wohlbefinden stehen. Ihr Engagement für diese Aufgaben wird vom Unternehmen sehr geschätzt.

• Mindestens 10 Jahre Erfahrung in SaaS, E-Commerce, Marktplatz-Finanzdienstleistungen, erneuerbaren Energien oder verwandten Branchen, davon mindestens 5 Jahre in einer leitenden Führungs- oder General-Management-Position.
• Nachweisbare Erfolge beim Skalieren von B2B-SaaS- oder Plattformunternehmen und bei der Einführung von Finanzprodukten.
• Ausgeprägtes kaufmännisches Verständnis mit nachweislicher P&L-Verantwortung.
• Tiefes Verständnis von Zahlungsabwicklung, Kreditvergabe, grenzüberschreitenden Transaktionen und Embedded Finance.
• Herausragende Führungs-, Teamentwicklungs- und Stakeholder-Management-Kompetenzen.
• Strategischer Denker mit der Fähigkeit zur praktischen Umsetzung in einem dynamischen, wachstumsstarken Umfeld.
• Erfahrung in der Leitung funktionsübergreifender Teams zur Entwicklung integrierter Kunden- und Marktplatzlösungen.
• Kompetenz im Aufbau und in der Verhandlung strategischer Partnerschaften mit Finanzinstituten und FinTech-Anbietern.

Senior Project Manager (Delivery & Pre-Construction) – Solar Energy Projects

Leap29 are recruiting for a Senior Project Manager to be based in Glasgow and will support the successful development and delivery of renewable energy projects. The successful candidate will take responsibility for specific workstreams while also assisting senior team members with broader project activities.

The role involves overseeing and coordinating key pre-construction and construction tasks including grid connection applications, engineering coordination, procurement processes, and contract placement. Responsibilities will also include managing planning condition discharge activities ahead of construction.

Additional duties will include contract administration, project reporting, resolving technical or operational issues, monitoring health, safety and environmental compliance, and ensuring projects are delivered successfully through to handover to the asset management team.

To build a broad understanding of the business, the role will also involve supporting development and operational activities, providing exposure across the full lifecycle of renewable energy projects.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a proactive approach, and the ability to work independently while identifying innovative solutions to project challenges.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:

• Degree-level qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience working within the renewable energy sector.
• Strong project management experience across multiple stages of the project lifecycle, particularly in the delivery of wind farms, solar PV projects, battery storage, or grid infrastructure. Experience in other sectors with transferable skills may also be considered.
• Experience in contract preparation, negotiation, and administration, including tracking performance, managing payment processes, and ensuring contract deliverables are met.
• Experience working with grid operators and managing grid connection delivery.
• Proven ability to engage with a range of project stakeholders including regulators, statutory consultees, and local communities.
• Understanding of project financial management, project economics, and energy markets, including opportunities arising from emerging technologies.
• Familiarity with implementing quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation relevant to construction projects, particularly CDM regulations.
• Experience of UK planning and consenting processes.
• Experience using technical tools such as AutoCAD, GIS, or PVSyst.
• Ability to anticipate project risks or issues and develop practical solutions.
• Capability to translate technical information into clear commercial implications.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple project tasks and prioritise workload effectively.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please send your CV through to Rob Byrom.

Sunne Energy is seeking a Head of O&M to lead and grow the Solar O&M, EV and energy management portfolio across UK sites. You will manage 100+ operational sites, drive performance and revenue while delivering world-class client care.

Reporting to the founders, you’ll shape strategy, oversee subcontractors, coordinate with clients and contractors, and identify service upgrades. This is a hybrid role with a clear path to long-term progression in a fast-growth clean energy business.

Sigenergy is seeking an Account Manager to enhance relationships with its installer and retailer base in the UK. You will be crucial in developing strategies, interacting with customers, and driving revenue growth in energy storage.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience, a strong sales background, and the ability to travel frequently within the UK. Joining Sigenergy offers an opportunity to strengthen your career in a growing market.

Site Supervisor - EV Infrastructure Location: South of England - committed to travelling to sites around Dorset and surrounding areas Salary: Competitive with vehicle Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday Join Ground Control and help shape the future of sustainable infrastructure.

Ground Control is growing its EV Infrastructure division and we're looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to support the delivery of electric vehicle charging projects across the South of England.

Working alongside the Site Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day supervision and coordination of site activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards. You'll support field teams and contractors, maintain compliance with health, safety and environmental standards, and play a key role in delivering infrastructure that supports the UK's transition to cleaner transport.

If you enjoy leading teams, solving problems on site and making sure projects are delivered safely and on time, we'd love to hear from you.

• Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day supervision and coordination of EV infrastructure projects.
• Oversee daily site operations, ensuring works are completed in line with project plans and programme deadlines.
• Coordinate labour, materials, plant and equipment to support efficient project delivery.
• Lead daily site briefings and act as the first point of contact for field teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor team performance, providing guidance and ensuring work is completed to the required quality standards.
• Carry out regular site inspections, quality audits and progress checks.
• Ensure RAMS, permits and all required documentation are in place before works commence.
• Maintain compliance with Ground Control's Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards.
• Report hazards, near misses and best practice using Safety Culture.
• Communicate site progress, challenges and client updates to the Site Manager.
• Maintain accurate project records using Microsoft Office, Skillco and Safety Culture.

• CSCS Card or SSSTS qualification.
• Experience working on construction or infrastructure sites.
• Knowledge of RAMS, permits and Health & Safety processes.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solution-focused approach.

• Experience supervising site teams or subcontractors.
• Experience within EV infrastructure, utilities, highways, civils, landscaping or horticulture.
• Knowledge of NRSWA Street Works.
• Experience using Skillco and Safety Culture.

We're looking for someone who leads by example, builds strong relationships with colleagues and contractors, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering safe, high-quality work.

At Ground Control, we're committed to supporting your career, recognising your contribution and investing in your wellbeing. As part of our growing EV Infrastructure team, you'll benefit from:

• Meaningful projects – work on nationally significant EV infrastructure projects that are helping shape the UK's sustainable future.
• Career development – ongoing training and development to support your professional growth.
• Progression opportunities – build your career within a rapidly growing business.
• Supportive culture – join a collaborative team where your contribution is recognised and valued.
• Company vehicle – provided where applicable to support you in your role.
• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills, experience and contribution.
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future.
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding outstanding performance.
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support.
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing.
• Holiday Buy Scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave each year.

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation.

We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.

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CIBSE Journal is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for a permanent hybrid/office-based role with occasional UK site visits. Salary is 60,000–75,000 per annum.

You will design electrical systems for utility-scale Solar, BESS and other renewables, produce SLDs and protection schematics, and coordinate with DNOs and EPCs. A full UK driving licence and proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software are required.

JAM Recruitment Ltd are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for a hybrid/office-based role with occasional UK site visits. The position focuses on delivering electrical design for utility-scale solar and other renewables.

The successful candidate will design LV/MV systems, produce SLDs and protection schematics, and liaise with DNOs and clients through the design/approval process. Essential experience includes LV/MV distribution, G99 knowledge, and proficiency with AutoCAD.