Purpose of the role
To generate new business, develop solar, wind, BESS and hybrid projects and carry out supplementary tasks to ensure that the Business Development team reach their set targets.
Duties and responsibilities
• To originate, develop and optimise solar, wind, BESS and hybrid projects
• To manage the development of a portfolio of in-house developed, introduced and/or acquired projects from initiation to financial close
• To lead and/or coordinate bids for Capacity Investment Scheme contracts
• To develop new business opportunities
• To develop strong working relationships and liaise closely with other business divisions including engineering, planning, grid, energy markets, delivery, legal and finance to assist in the development of projects
• To assist other developers by carrying out supporting activities when needed.
• To understand and develop company strategies and develop business and business practices accordingly.
• To work with the Development team and other departments to improve processes and efficiency.
In addition, the Employee will perform such other duties, appropriate to the position as the Company may from time to time require.
PERSONAL SKILLS
Knowledge
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Understanding of renewables industry, energy and environmental issues
- Technical understanding of solar, wind and BESS development and construction
- Understanding of environmental planning constraints
- Core capabilities in commercial activities including strategy, financial models, funding arrangements and legals
- Varied experience in private and public sector and international business
- External stakeholder engagement capability
- Strong project management capability
- Management of major tenders
- Competency in finance systems such as SAP - Work Skills
Driving License
General Skills/Attributes
Professional and Technical
Ability to develop and update professional knowledge and skills. Ability to apply professional knowledge and skills in advancement of business objectives.
Services
Carries out project development. Quickly and successfully implements changes and improvements in operational activities and services. Effectively carries out tasks that are required by the Development team in addition to carrying out own role.
Strategy
Adapts to changes in Lightsource’s and Development team’s strategy whilst developing own strategy to achieve personal goal of competently developing projects.
People
Assesses own development needs and develops self to improve job performance and fulfil future potential. Contributes to the team ethos of Lightsource.
Information and Communication
The ability to evaluate and convey complex information to others in an effective manner through persuasive communication, negotiating skills and clear presentation skills in both verbal and written contexts.
Experience Required
• Bachelors Degree in related discipline
Proven track record of :
• B2C and B2B engagement
• Management of development projects from initiation to financial close
• Developing and managing work projects, deadlines and task-related resources.
• Adapting to new challenges and learning swiftly.
• Completing tasks on schedule with excellent quality.
• Negotiation skills and communication skills.
