Head of BESS UK

TGRC are looking for a strategic, commercially-driven BESS leader to structure, grow, and champion a leading developer’s energy storage portfolio across multiple markets. This role combines business development, technical advisory, and strategic influence, positioning you at the centre of Europe’s energy storage growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and nurture a network of developers, utilities, investors, and technology providers.
• Identify and structure new opportunities in energy storage markets, driving portfolio growth.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and panels.
• Influence clients’ energy strategies through strategic BESS advisory and market insight.
• Support clients with BESS strategies, including technology selection, business models, and investment planning.
• Lead high-level discussions on regulation, financing, and project structuring.
• Conduct or oversee technical and commercial due diligence, financial modelling, and revenue stacking.
• Provide expert insight into European electricity markets and energy storage economics.
• Define and structure the company’s BESS offering in line with market demand.
• Collaborate with internal technical teams to deliver consistent, high-quality advisory and project support.
• Manage strategic partnerships and contribute to development of tools, methodologies, and analysis frameworks.
• Track regulatory developments, emerging BESS markets, and technological innovation.
• Identify innovative business models and financing structures for storage projects.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Energy, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years in renewable energy, with 3+ years specifically in BESS (commercial, technical, or strategic roles).
• Proven experience in business development, client relationship management, and strategic advisory.
• Strong understanding of energy storage technologies (standalone, hybrid, collocated) and economic drivers including revenue stacking.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.