At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the BD team, onboard new accounts, and re-engage dormant accounts.
- Company: Midsummer Energy specialises in solar PV systems and has multiple warehouses in Cambridge, Glasgow, and Dublin.
- Benefits: Enjoy a profit share scheme, pension salary sacrifice, and an early finish on Fridays.
- Other info: Full-time role based in Cambridge or Glasgow with potential for hybrid work.
- Why this job: Join a growing company in the renewable energy sector with opportunities for account ownership.
- Qualifications: Goal-oriented, personable, and excited about the renewable energy industry.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 32000 £ per year.
About the Role
As a Business Development Associate, you will support the BD team to grow Midsummer's customer base and help existing customers maximize the value of our solutions. You will maintain strong relationships, onboard new accounts, re‑engage dormant accounts, and support general business development activities across the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to new customer registrations, usually via phone.
- Re‑engage past or inactive accounts.
- Gather customer information and identify opportunities for Midsummer.
- Respond to enquiries and assist with quotations and product suggestions.
- Learn about the product range and support the wider sales team.
- Update internal CRM systems and track outreach activity.
- Assist with customer training, exhibition events, or marketing campaigns.
- Within 6 months, take ownership of assigned accounts to onboard, grow, and hand over to the sales team.
- Oversee a particular product or sector if assigned.
Qualifications
- Goal‑oriented and enjoys hitting targets.
- Naturally competitive.
- Personable and able to build rapport with a variety of people.
- Organised, proactive, and eager to learn.
- Excited about the renewable‑energy industry.
- Team player who can also work independently.
- Enthusiasm, strong communication, and willingness to learn; technical background not required.
Company Overview
Midsummer Energy specialises in solar PV systems, distributing complete PV kits, heat pumps, off‑grid solar setups, and industry‑leading tools such as Easy PV and Heatpunk. The company has grown from a narrowboat storeroom to multiple warehouses in Cambridge, Glasgow and Dublin.
Benefits & Compensation
- Company profit share scheme – 10 % of company profits distributed among employees.
- Pension salary sacrifice scheme.
- EV salary sacrifice scheme.
- Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
- Free veg box weekly.
- Early finish on Fridays.
- On‑site parking.
- Salary £27,000‑£32,000 depending on experience.
- Performance‑related bonus up to £2,500.
Working Environment
Full‑time role based in Cambridge or Glasgow with potential for future hybrid or remote work for the right candidate. Midsummer Energy is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion; all are welcome and supported at all stages of their journey with us.
Business Development Associate in Newtown employer: Midsummer Energy
Midsummer Energy offers a profit share scheme and a cycle-to-work scheme, promoting sustainability. Located in Cambridge and Glasgow, the company values diversity and inclusion, welcoming all backgrounds. Join a team passionate about renewable energy solutions.
