Head of Commercial Renewable Sales

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• You will be tasked with developing and leading the commercial sales strategy within the renewables sector, seizing high-value opportunities from initial engagement through to conversion.

• Leveraging your industry knowledge and commercial acumen, you will pinpoint growth opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and enhance Utilita’s standing in a competitive market.

• A primary focus will be on securing and nurturing major commercial opportunities with larger organizations.

• You will take charge of the sales pipeline and contribute to shaping the future direction of the renewables offering through market insights, product feedback, and go-to-market strategies.

• As the team expands, this position will also play a crucial role in establishing and leading a commercial sales function, with future opportunities to mentor and manage SDRs and other commercial team members.

⛳️ Requirements

• We welcome candidates from diverse commercial, business development, or renewable energy backgrounds who can demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a track record of driving growth.

• Experience in solar, renewables, energy, utilities, or related commercial sectors would be highly advantageous.

• You will possess commercial awareness, be proactive, and confidently cultivate long-term relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.

• Whether your experience stems from scaling sales functions, directing commercial strategies, building partnerships, or developing high-performing pipelines, we seek someone who can identify opportunities and transform them into tangible results.

• Importantly, you will not wait for opportunities; you will create them!

🏝️ Benefits

• Skills Development – we are committed to helping our staff advance and grow their careers with us, offering training to assist you in achieving your goals.

• Giveaways! – we host regular competitions for tickets to shows at our sponsored venues across the country, including Cardiff, Sheffield, Newcastle, and Birmingham! Additionally, you will have access to tickets at various sporting arenas in the UK, including cricket at the Utilita Bowl!

• Time off – everyone needs time to recharge. Our staff enjoy 25 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays to facilitate this.

• Wellbeing App – your wellbeing is a priority for us; we provide access for you and one additional person to our partnered Unmind App, where you can watch or listen to videos and podcasts, as well as receive tips to enhance your mental wellbeing.

• Health care scheme – we understand that taking care of yourself incurs costs. Thus, we partner with BHSF on a cashback scheme that reimburses expenses for services such as dental care, eye care, and treatments, including MRI scans and diagnostic health consultations. This can also be enhanced to include coverage for your partner and children.

• Employee Assistance Programme – providing you with access to a dedicated GP line for quicker appointments, 24/7 counselling support, and legal and financial advice throughout the year.

• Exclusive packages – we offer access to various discounted home Sky TV and broadband packages. Additionally, we provide all staff with a paid volunteering day each year to contribute to the community, along with opportunities to participate in various fundraising activities.

• Death in service – we offer twice your annual salary to your designated next of kin, alleviating financial concerns during a difficult time.

• Pension – saving for retirement is crucial; we contribute 4% of your salary when you contribute 5%.