Chief Commercial Officer

Superb leadership role available for an ambitious self starter - Early applications strongly recommended!

Chief Commercial Officer - ( Renewable Energy & Funded Solutions ) 

Location: South East / Hybrid
Salary: £140-160k+ Neg Basic + Executive Benefits + Equity/Bonus Structure
Sector: Renewable Energy (Solar PV, LED Lighting, Heat Pumps, Energy Storage)

About the Company

Our client is a fast-growing pioneer in the renewable energy sector, delivering fully funded energy transformation solutions. They remove the capital barrier for commercial, industrial, and public sector clients by funding, installing, and maintaining large-scale Solar PV, LED lighting, and heat pump infrastructure. This model allows clients to lower carbon emissions and energy costs with zero upfront capital expenditure.
As they enter a high-growth scaling phase, they are seeking a visionary, high-velocity Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to lead their market expansion, drive revenue, and scale the commercial team.

The Role

As the Chief Commercial Officer, you will own the end-to-end commercial strategy and revenue generation. You will sit on the executive board, working closely with the CEO to scale the funded solution pipeline. This is a highly entrepreneurial role requiring a blend of strategic market positioning, structured sales leadership, and deep institutional relationship-building.

Key Responsibilities

Drive Revenue Strategy: Design and execute a scalable commercial strategy to accelerate the adoption of fully funded energy assets.
Scale the Sales Engine: Recruit, mentor, and lead high-performing enterprise sales, business development, and account management teams.
Originate Large-Scale Deals: Personally drive and close high-value commercial, industrial (C&I), and public sector decarbonisation contracts.
Optimise Funding Commercials: Work closely with internal structured finance and investment teams to align funding deployment with market demand.
Build Strategic Alliances: Develop long-term partnerships with energy brokers, facilities management firms, consultants, and developers to build a robust referral network.
Brand Positioning: Elevate the company's profile as the premier choice for zero capex sustainable energy infrastructure.

The Ideal Candidate

Proven Executive Leadership: 7+ years of commercial leadership experience (VP, Commercial Director, or CCO) in the renewable energy, ESCO (Energy Service Company), or energy infrastructure sector.
Funded Solutions Expertise: Direct experience selling "As-a-Service" or fully funded models (e.g., Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Energy Performance Contracts (EPCs)).
Enterprise Track Record: Proven history of closing multi-million-pound energy deals with corporate, industrial, or public sector clients.
Team Builder: A track record of scaling sales teams from mid-size to highly efficient, corporate engines.
Financial Literacy: Strong understanding of project finance, ROI calculations, and how funded structures appeal to corporate CFOs.

Network: An existing, active network of commercial property owners, sustainability heads, or energy buyers is highly desirable.

What's on Offer

Highly competitive base salary with an uncapped executive bonus scheme.
Equity or long-term incentive plan (LTIP) participation.
Comprehensive executive benefits package (health, pension, vehicle allowance/EV scheme).
The opportunity to shape a high-growth company directly driving the net-zero transition.

Sound like you !? Apply today - Interviewing NOW !