Senior Development Manager - Solar & BESS Projects London Office Location - Hybrid working pattern (3 days per week in office) Salary Depending on Candidate Experience: £85,000 - 90,000 + wider package Piper Maddox are partnered with an global industry leader in the renewable energy sector to grow their Project Development Capabilities in the UK. Our client has been at the forefront of the renewable energy for over a decade and have built up an excellent reputation as one of the largest and most successful players in the space. This company are a fully fledged Independent Power Producer who focus on the development and delivery of utility scale Solar and Battery Storage projects. They have an excellent multi-GW development pipeline of projects as well as strong Gate2 notification results. They are in a position to now press on with their Greenfield development activity. They are looking to hire a Senior Development Manager to their team who will take on a mix of project focused and leadership responsibilities. Strong applicants for this role will have 5 and above years of experience in the development of renewable energy schemes in the UK industry. In this role, you would be responsible for: > The management of utility scale developments through from inception to the RTB stage before handing over to the construction team. > Management and mentoring of more junior members of the development team, as well as coordination with other internal planning, grid, and engineering teams. > Leading on landowner negotiations including heads of terms, option to lease agreements, and land access rights, as well as maintaining landowner relationships through the project lifecycle. > Ensuring commercial viability of a project including managing budgets, financial models, and keeping projects running to agreed timelines. This role would be suitable for someone with a strong grounding in developing renewable energy projects, who also has exposure to team management and is looking to join up with an industry leader who pair up a strong pipeline with excellent funding and stability. Additional skills that would be useful in this role would be pre-existing experience in NSIP scale developments, as well as an understanding of M&A transactions as this is an area that this company are exploring. If post Gate2 notifications, you are looking to lead a team within one of the most well known and successful organizations in the industry, this would be a good fit for you. Apply to learn more.

The OpportunityWe are seeking a Business Development professional with strong experience in the utility-scale renewable energy sector—someone who excels at building authentic relationships, identifying opportunities, and converting them into long-term partnerships. This role will be instrumental in expanding market presence across solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and substation projects, supporting continued leadership in quality and innovation.Key Responsibilities Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities within the solar, BESS, and substation markets Leverage an established industry network (e.g., EPCs, developers, IPPs) to generate qualified leads and drive growth Execute both cold and warm outreach strategies to establish new client relationships Manage and grow client accounts, ensuring high levels of service and long-term partnership development Collaborate with senior leadership on proposals, negotiations, and strategic initiatives Represent the organization at industry events and conferences to increase visibility and strengthen connections Qualifications & Experience 6–10 years of experience in business development or sales within utility-scale solar or renewable energy Experience with a developer, IPP, EPC, or engineering firm strongly preferred Demonstrated success in generating and maintaining high-value client relationships A strong, active network of industry contacts that can be immediately leveraged Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Why Join Join an established organization with a long track record in renewable energy engineering Work in a culture that emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and integrity Benefit from a fully remote role with occasional travel for client and team engagement Collaborate with a mission-driven team committed to advancing clean energy solutions In this role, you won’t just sell services—you’ll help shape the future of clean energy.

Role: Head of OperationsLocation: Johannesburg, South Africa (Hybrid) As Head of Operations Africa, you will establish and lead the regional service organization, ensuring the reliable operation of hybrid renewable and battery storage systems across the continent. You will oversee on-site interventions, preventive maintenance, spare parts logistics, and customer relationships, setting the foundation for long-term system performance and client satisfaction. We are looking for a technically strong, hands-on leader who combines deep electrical or control-system expertise with organizational and commercial awareness. Your ResponsibilitiesService Operations Build and lead the regional Service Department in Johannesburg Plan and coordinate on-site interventions across Sub-Saharan Africa Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance of PV-BESS hybrid systems including EMS according to service standards Supervise commissioning assistance, troubleshooting, and warranty interventions in coordination with global engineering and project teams Manage and develop a local network of qualified service partners and technicians Customer Support and Relationship Management Act as the primary technical contact for existing customers in the region Oversee service-level agreements (SLA) and ensure contractual KPIs are met Support spare parts supply, cost approvals, and quotation handling Coordinate remote support and escalate critical issues to central support teams Process and Quality Implement global service workflows, documentation, and ticketing systems Track service metrics, incident reports, and response times and propose process improvements Conduct site audits and provide training to customer O&M teams Ensure all works comply with HSE standards and local regulations Team and Development Build a small but highly capable local team of service engineers and field technicians Coach and train team members, ensuring strong technical and safety competence Collaborate closely with global Service and Engineering divisions to continuously improve after-sales support and customer satisfaction Required Skills and Experience Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or Renewable Energy Systems, or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in service, commissioning, or O&M of PV, hybrid, or energy storage systems Proven experience leading field teams and coordinating multi-site service activities Solid understanding of power electronics including PCS, inverters, transformers, SCADA/EMS systems, and industrial control hardware including PLC and network components Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and documentation skills Excellent English communication written and spoken, German or French is an advantage Based in Johannesburg, with willingness to travel across Africa up to 40 percent Valid driver’s license and right to work in South Africa Personal Strengths Strong sense of ownership and reliability Hands-on problem solver with structured working style Motivational team leader with a focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction Eager to build and shape a new regional organization