Co-Managing Director – UK & Ireland in Edinburgh

Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director – UK & Ireland to lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh or Glasgow office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects. This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Global Group COO, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets.

What you will do

• Lead and manage all aspects of the company’s operations, including commercial, technical, project development, and business development for renewable energy projects (wind & solar).
• Strategically develop and execute the company’s business plans to meet the targets set by the Board, shareholders, and stakeholders.
• Oversee project management from conception to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Take key decisions on operational matters including human resources, health and safety, compliance, and project development.
• Manage day-to-day operations, balancing commercial and technical priorities, with a focus on efficiency and innovation.
• Lead business development efforts by identifying new market opportunities, fostering relationships with potential clients, and overseeing the development of new projects.
• Develop and manage budgets for both the company and individual projects, ensuring financial targets are met and exceeded where possible.
• Promote risk management, identifying potential risks to project timelines, costs, and company reputation, and taking proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines, both for internal processes and external operations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the renewable energy sector by seeking and implementing the latest technologies.
• Build and lead high-performing teams, including recruitment, training, and development, to meet the company’s growing demands and achieve business goals.
• Collaborate with the global network within the company, working closely with international peers across EMEA to drive growth in the global renewable energy market.
• Represent the company in external forums such as exhibitions, trade fairs, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and partnerships.
• Provide strategic insights and advice to the Board, preparing reports and decision memos regarding market trends, project developments, and business opportunities.
• Take full responsibility for QHSE, ensuring robust health and safety systems are implemented for employees and stakeholders, while proactively mitigating risks associated with renewable energy operations.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Minimum 5–10 years of senior management experience as Managing Director, Country Manager, or Head of a large team.
• At least 10 years of proven experience in the UK energy market, with a strong track record in renewable energy (wind and solar).
• University degree in a technical, economic, or environmental discipline.
• Strong understanding of the UK wind and solar (PV) market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Proven experience in managing renewable energy projects, particularly in wind and solar energy, from conception through execution.
• Ability to create and implement business strategies to meet the company’s financial and strategic targets, driving growth and innovation.
• Solid understanding of financial performance metrics and budget management, particularly within renewable energy projects.
• Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring robust QHSE standards and health and safety compliance to secure project success and business continuity.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and international teams.
• Understanding of digital tools and the ability to drive digital transformation to support business operations and enhance efficiency.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable to changing market conditions, viewing disruption as an opportunity to innovate and reimagine business processes.
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to manage cross-cultural teams and collaborate with international colleagues effectively.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance.
• Life Assurance Cover.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Flexible Working Environment.
• Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme.
• Excellent Company Culture.
• Mental Health First Aid support.
• Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling.

BayWa r.e. UK Limited is part of the international BayWa r.e. group of renewable energy businesses, with our main office based in Edinburgh, and with other locations in Cork and Glasgow. The BayWa r.e. UK team focuses on renewable project development, acquisition and construction of Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Projects, both in the UK and Ireland.

We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy.

At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.