Our client is a privately owned, well-established and diversified renewable energy group with expertise across hydro, wind, solar and energy trading services. Headquartered in Hertfordshire, the business has a proven track record in delivering sustainable energy projects, managing complex operations, and supporting clients on their transition to low-carbon energy solutions. The company specialises in small commercial and residential rooftop solar developments, with existing clients including schools, councils, care homes, factories, EV charging providers, residential developers, and other small-to-medium enterprises.
In the short-to-medium term, the focus is on growing its rooftop solar portfolio across the Midlands and surrounding areas, before scaling nationally based on commercial opportunities. Longer term, the business could diversify into larger commercial solar projects and potentially solar farms, strengthening its presence across multiple solar market segments.
THE ROLE – GENERAL MANAGER, SOLAR
Our client now seeks an entrepreneurial and strategic General Manager to lead and grow the solar business. This role will own the development and execution of a growth strategy to significantly expand the business over the next 3–5 years, starting with the Midlands and building a national footprint.
The General Manager will have full P&L responsibility, with accountability for growth, profitability, and operational excellence. They will also be responsible for building and scaling the engineering team, growing from the current two engineers to around 8–10 engineers with strong utilisation rates as demand increases.
Focus on small commercial and residential rooftop solar developments in the short-to-medium term. Plan and prepare for longer-term growth into larger commercial solar projects and potential solar farm developments, ensuring the business is positioned to capture opportunities as the business matures. Proactively identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities across the target client base, which includes schools, councils, care homes, factories, EV charging infrastructure, residential developers, and other small-to-medium commercial opportunities. Ensure profitability while maintaining customer satisfaction and installation quality. Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team spanning sales, operations, installation, and customer service. Monitor evolving industry regulations, funding schemes, and market trends relating to small-medium scale and larger-scale solar projects. Ensure the business remains compliant, competitive, and agile in a dynamic renewable energy landscape.
Candidates will have exceptional commercial leadership skills and a successful track record of operating in a commercial or business leadership position for a comparably sized or larger business in a relevant industry.
Strong financial acumen with P&L/ budget management experience. Commercial expertise in pricing models, contract negotiation, and financing structures. Excellent stakeholder communication and relationship-building skills. Demonstrated capability in building and scaling technical teams, with a focus on utilisation, productivity, and high-quality delivery. Leadership excellence, capable of building and steering diverse teams through growth phases. Familiarity with residential and commercial installation processes, funding incentives, and customer engagement in the solar or related sectors. This is a particularly exciting time for the business as it continues to build on its success through organic growth and acquisitions as well as further developing its capabilities, services and market position.
The successful candidate will enjoy a stimulating and rewarding high profile role with genuine progression opportunities….