Business Development Manager (Energy)

TL;DR

Business Development Manager (Energy): Leading the growth of the Coventry Strategic Energy Partnership by originating and securing low-carbon energy infrastructure projects with an accent on public-private partnerships and strategic commercial solutions. Focus on developing high-value pipelines, financial modelling, and negotiating complex commercial agreements to accelerate the transition to net zero.

Location: Hybrid working in Coventry, GB (travel as required)

Company

hirify.global is a privately owned international energy company focusing on energy networks, renewable energies, and customer solutions to lead the transition to a new energy world.

What you will do

• Develop and manage a pipeline of energy infrastructure opportunities across public and private sector markets.
• Build long-term relationships with local authorities, developers, investors, and strategic partners.
• Lead commercial discussions, business case development, financial modelling, and investment proposals.
• Negotiate complex commercial agreements and manage governance through to contract signature.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and technical teams to develop successful energy solutions.
• Monitor market trends, policy developments, and funding opportunities to identify new growth areas.

Requirements

• Proven success securing high-value commercial opportunities in energy, utilities, infrastructure, or built environment sectors.
• Experience managing senior client relationships across both public and private sector organisations.
• Strong commercial acumen in business case development and financial modelling.
• Experience leading bids and negotiating complex contracts.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model based in Coventry, GB.

Nice to have

• Experience in district heating, solar, EV infrastructure, retrofit, or decentralised energy solutions.
• Knowledge of Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) and local authority net zero strategies.
• Experience negotiating contracts with a lifetime value exceeding £100 million.
• Technical understanding of renewable energy systems and smart energy technologies.

Culture & Benefits

• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Generous pension, life cover, and bonus opportunities.
• Industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies.
• Inclusive, people-first culture (Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025).
• Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited support.
• Access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.