Commercial Director (BESS)

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Commercial Director to lead and support commercial, investment, and project finance functions within a leading clean power/battery developer in the UK. This is a unique opportunity to shape and drive commercial strategies that maximise revenue, create significant value across a diverse project portfolio, and transform assets into a high-quality platform. The role is high-impact, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and market leaders. As part of the Leadership Team, the Commercial Director will lead a talented team, engage in influential negotiations, and contribute to accelerating the energy transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Strategic Decision-Making
  • Lead and support financial modelling at project and corporate levels.
  • Oversee the preparation of financial analysis to inform key commercial decision-making.
  • Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, present recommendations to the Investment Committee, and support key investment processes.
  • Ensure adherence to investment protocols for streamlined decision-making and alignment with corporate strategy.
• Contracts Management
  • Develop, support negotiations, and manage commercial agreements for BESS projects, including EPC, O&M and supply chain contracts.
  • Ensure contract compliance with legal, regulatory, and financial requirements.
  • Coordinate with legal teams to mitigate risks and resolve contractual disputes.
  • Track commercial performance metrics, ensuring financial targets and contractual obligations are met.
  • Recommend optimization strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance revenue streams.
• Offtake Strategy and Commercial Negotiations
  • Develop and execute competitive off-take bidding and negotiation strategies, securing hedge, off-take, and similar contracts with market participants.
  • Provide expert guidance on structuring optimal hedge terms, contract duration, revenue mix, and risk management strategies.
  • Ensure all hedge agreements align with corporate strategy, financial goals, and market forecasts.
• Project Finance and Corporate Reporting
  • Project manage and coordinate project finance transactions, including due diligence and advisor management.
  • Oversee the preparation and review of loan compliance certificates and lender operational reports.
  • Work with relevant teams to provide reports and analysis to the Board and Capital Partners.
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of investment and commercial professionals.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Team Integration and Operational Excellence
  • Promote synergy across project development, delivery, asset management, legal, and finance teams.
  • Drive initiatives that enhance process efficiency and strategic alignment.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for a self-starter with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in commercial, finance, investments, or transactions within utility-scale renewable energy (ideally BESS).
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience in project finance structures.
• Excellent financial modelling skills, with proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and macro/VBA.
• Experience in greenfield development projects in renewable energy, particularly battery storage, solar, and wind.
• Proven expertise in offtake agreements across multiple markets.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a commercial approach.
• The ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams, and lead a high-performing team.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the battery storage sector, apply now and be part of the energy transition journey!