Director - Energy in Somerset

Director - Energy in Somerset

Somerset Full-Time 100000 - 150000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Savills

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead strategic energy projects and provide high-level advice on renewable technologies.
  • Company: Savills, a leader in energy transition and infrastructure solutions.
  • Benefits: Generous annual leave, private medical scheme, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Flexible working options available for the right candidate.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of energy with impactful projects and work with top landowners.
  • Qualifications: 10+ years in renewable energy or real estate with strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 100000 - 150000 £ per year.

We are seeking an experienced Director to provide high-level strategic advice to clients across a broad range of energy and infrastructure technologies, including onshore wind, solar PV and energy storage. This senior role will shape and grow Savills’ energy offering, working closely with some of the UK’s most significant landowners on their energy transition and net zero strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee negotiation of option and lease documentation for proposed renewable energy and energy storage projects, ensuring commercial, legal and strategic objectives are met.
  • Lead strategic site search and evaluation activities for a diverse client base, drawing on strong market insight and technical understanding to identify and deliver high-quality development opportunities.
  • Provide high-level strategic advice to clients across energy and infrastructure technologies.
  • Work closely with landowners on energy transition and net zero strategies.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of ten years’ experience within the renewable energy or real estate sector.
  • Proven track record of leadership, project management and client relationship development.
  • Strong market insight and technical understanding of renewable energy technologies.

Benefits

  • Career and Professional Development
  • 25-30 Days Annual Leave, depending on grade
  • Life Assurance
  • Private Medical Scheme
  • Virtual GP
  • Global Mobility Scheme
  • Rewards Platform
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Enhanced Incremental Annual Leave

Location London is the preferred location for this role; however, we offer flexibility for the right candidate.

Director - Energy in Somerset employer: Savills

Savills is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive career development opportunities, competitive benefits including generous annual leave and a private medical scheme, and the chance to work on impactful projects with leading landowners in London. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to shaping the future of renewable energy and infrastructure.

Savills

Contact Details:

Savills Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Director - Energy in Somerset

Strategic Advice
Negotiation Skills
Project Management
Client Relationship Development
Market Insight
Technical Understanding of Renewable Energy Technologies
Site Search and Evaluation