We are looking for a Head of Solar UK to oversee the Acquisition and Partnerships venture of Uniper Renewables in the UK and RoI.

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

We are looking for a Head of Solar UK to oversee the Acquisition and Partnerships venture of Uniper Renewables in the UK and RoI. Please note we are flexible with the location of this role within the UK.

Actively lead the Company's objectives by delivering profitable partnerships/acquisitions of Utility-Scale Solar projects
Originate business relationships and close partnerships with external partners (developers, financial advisors, etc.), as well as Greenfield projects
Manage a team of Business Development managers and Developers as well as cross-functionally manages project teams of various sizes.
Lead investment cases/negotiations with Partners in view of Acquiring projects' portfolio from Origination to Ready-to-build status: Monitorsand interpret technical and relevant regulatory developments and standards and is able to deliver technical and non-technical reports to stakeholders.
Develop the Market strategy
Ensures full and effective reporting on all projects, for example in achieving relevant presentations and business cases to senior management to obtain agreement on acquisitions/partnerships.
Represents the Company to outside partners, including during events, conferences and on panels.

Your profile

Essential

Capacity to originate opportunities: Good network in the industry (developers, suppliers, technical and legal advisors, financial advisors, etc.).
Ability to create and maintain a network of partners
Experience in undertaking detailed due diligence of projects from a technology and commercial perspective.
Understand the commercial requirements for renewable energy projects.
Strong Negotiation skills and proven capacity to negotiate and close business contracts.
Project management skills: strong attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and managing Long-term projects on a day-to-day basis, particularly in acquisition / due diligence.
Leading by influence: the capacity to manage colleagues from different backgrounds outside of the immediate team.
Understanding and use of financial tools/ economic models: capacity to develop innovative, profitable business models
Very good communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
Ability to think outside the box to identify new opportunities
Strong up-to-date knowledge of the Project development steps, including Permitting, for Utility-scale solar projects from land acquisition to Ready-to-build status
Understanding of complex financial models
Willingness to travel

Desirable:

Degree in renewable energy, business and commerce, environmental management, planning, engineering or comparable studies
Experience in other renewable technologies such as wind, BESS hydrogen or hydro
Demonstrable knowledge of the UK network issues, constraints, policies and ability to analyse grid connection issues to enable targeted site selection.
Understand and be able to use wind and solar design softwares
Member of a renewable energy industry trade body or relevant professional body e.g. RTPI, RICS

Your qualities

At Uniper, we not only reward our employees with attractive salaries, an excellent company pension and health related benefits for their hard work and dedication to shaping the future energy transition. You can also expect a supportive working culture that offers a wide range of creative and innovative ideas. We enable various flexible working arrangements, whilst also supporting with home office equipment.

Through regular training and workshops, together we work towards visualising yourself in our company as if it were your own. We support you in highlighting your individual potential, achieving your personal goals, and reaching your ambitions. We invite you to become part of our diverse company with international colleagues from more than 80 countries. As an employer, Uniper has committed itself to providing special support to certain areas:

Competitive salary
Personal development and Learning opportunities
Enhanced company pension - With up to 12% company contributions
28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Company car or allowance
Electric vehicle charging at our sites
In house Occupational Health Services
Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
Performance related benefits
Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work or buy and sell extra holiday
Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager - Lauren.Ryan-Grealish@Uniper.Energy

Please note, any CV's sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV's must be submitted via the online application process only.

Job information

Contract type: Working Hours: Start Date: 01/01/2025 Deadline: 06/03/2025 Salary: Competitive

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.

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