At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire a sales team to drive growth in the Power and Grid sector.
- Company: Join a leading company transforming the UK's energy landscape.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on a £3 billion portfolio within a dynamic industry.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of decarbonisation and renewable energy innovation.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in Power Systems or Decarbonisation with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Sales to lead and drive the commercial growth of our Power and Grid Business Unit. This pivotal role will take ownership of business development across a £3 billion opportunity portfolio spanning Solar, Electric Vehicles (EV), Grid, and Battery Storage - all within the framework of the UK's transformative £54 billion National Grid design programme.
Main Duties
- Lead, inspire, and manage a cross functional sales team across four Business Units
- Develop and implement sales strategies that align with ambitious growth objectives
- Identify and leverage market opportunities within decarbonisation, renewables, and grid transformation sectors
- Build deep client relationships and strategic partnerships to expand commercial footprint
- Track and report on KPIs, pipeline health, and market trends to support data driven decision making
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align sales efforts with overall business strategy
- Represent the company in industry forums and high level client engagements
Technical Expertise and Client Integration
- Deep understanding of power systems and grid infrastructure, including transmission, distribution, smart grid technologies, and interconnectivity with decentralised energy systems
- Proficient in renewable energy applications (Solar PV, EV infrastructure, Battery Storage) and able to assess feasibility, deployment, and integration into existing estates
- Skilled in developing decarbonisation strategies and low carbon technology roadmaps aligned with Net Zero goals
- Experience working within or alongside large scale regulatory and funding initiatives such as the £54 bn National Grid design programme, enabling strategic alignment with evolving government and industry objectives
- Familiarity with digital platforms, energy analytics, and intelligent building management systems (BMS) to identify operational efficiencies across client portfolios
Connection to Mitie's existing clients
- Identify cross functional decarbonisation and infrastructure opportunities across complex estates
- Work alongside operational teams to position energy transition and sustainability solutions within facility management contracts
- Translate technical insights into commercial value, helping clients meet compliance, ESG targets, and cost efficiency goals
- Support existing accounts by co developing energy programmes that embed resilience, reliability, and innovation into infrastructure plans
- Strengthen Mitie's role as a long term strategic partner in energy and sustainability transformation
What we are looking for
- 10+ years of experience in Power Systems, Decarbonisation, or Grid infrastructure
- Proven leadership in managing and scaling sales teams across complex business structures
- Exceptional commercial acumen and ability to drive multi million pound growth agendas
- In depth knowledge of clean energy infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and grid modernisation
- Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience navigating large scale investment initiatives or public private partnership environments is advantageous
Head of Sales - Power & Grid in London employer: Job Search Place Limited
As a leading player in the energy sector, we offer an exceptional work environment for our Head of Sales - Power & Grid role, where innovation and sustainability are at the forefront of our mission. Our collaborative culture fosters professional growth through continuous learning opportunities and strategic partnerships, all while contributing to the UK's ambitious decarbonisation goals. Located within the dynamic landscape of the National Grid design programme, employees benefit from engaging with cutting-edge technologies and impactful projects that shape the future of energy.
