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Head of Acquisitions (Energy Storage & Solar)

Posted 16 September 2021
Salary £75,000 - £100,000 + 20% Bonus & Car/Car Allowance (Flexible Working)
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable EnergyESG and Sustainability
ReferenceHOA

Job description

The Green Recruitment Company are pleased to support a leading energy generation & distribution business, in their new requirement to engage a Head of Acquisitions (Energy Storage & Solar).

The business unit is expanding exponentially, both organically & through asset acquisition, with focus in the energy storage & solar markets.

The focus of this position covers deal origination & transaction completion. Working with the Business Development Team, Finance Team, Operations & wider business to build out a robust, commercial strategy linking to these booming markets (Storage & Solar).

Brief overview of responsibilities.

  • Development of acquisition pipeline – utility scale solar & storage opportunities
  • Identification & origination of acquisition opportunities, liaising closely with key stakeholders (I.e., Developers)
  • Managing full transaction process from origination through to financial/commercial close including commercial negotiations with the counter party
  • Building business cases assessing & supporting prospective acquisition opportunities.
  • Ensuring a smooth handover post close to the Project Development team

Requirements

  • Distributed energy experience & knowledge of the market
  • Strong network of developers & related stakeholders
  • Commercial & financial skills
  • Project management knowledge (qualifications an advantage)
  • Good understanding of energy technologies
  • Self-motivated with excellent communication skills  

Please note, a more detailed job description is available in receipt of introductory conversation & CV.