Climate Change & Energy Jobs
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Climate Change has become a key issue for businesses across the world. Acre works with global corporations, consultancies and government bodies to recruit qualified professionals in emissions reduction, energy management, renewable energy, clean technology and carbon trading.
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Engineering Manager - Alternative Fuel
UK - Nottingham or East Anglia | Up to £50 000 + bonus + excellent benefits
A high profile Aim listed renewable energy company is currently going through a major expansion phase and is recruiting an Engineering Manager. The organisation specialises in the refining of waste cooking oil and generating power from this waste.
The main purpose of the role is to maximise engine performance and ensure the most efficient utilisation of resources. Responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring all engines are serviced and maintained
- Continually updating all financial, legislative, and administrative reports and processes
- Designing and managing Service Level Agreements with a number of subcontracting teams
- Liaising with customers and tailoring solutions and support to fit requirements
- Ensuring Health and Safety compliance on all sites
This position will require a mix of technical, management, and commercial skills; the successful candidate will have:
- Extensive experience in electrical or mechanical engineering
- A proven track record in power generation and in particular reciprocating engines and the SCADA system
- Strong commercial skills with the ability to implement and maintain budgets
- Leadership skills with the ability to manage teams of subcontractors
This will be a demanding role; the ability to manage and develop the relationship with clients is imperative. Working at the cutting edge of technology, a pragmatic approach to problem solving is essential.
Contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.
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ApplyRecruitment Consultant – Energy, Waste & Recycling
UK - London | £ dependent on experience
Acre is a world renowned sustainability recruitment firm. Since 2003 we have built an unsurpassed reputation and placed hundreds of talented sustainability professionals into their careers, many of them amongst the most influential leaders in the space.
We are now looking to hire an experienced recruitment consultant to help expand our energy, waste and recycling team. You will be joining an already successful desk and will play a fundamental role in developing Acre’s offering.
Within this role you will:
- Work proactively to develop business with new and existing clients
- Network and source suitable candidates
- Attend regular client meetings
- Contribute to Acre’s brand and reputation
You will:
- Be entrepreneurial and hands on
- Have previous sales and new business development experience in a recruitment role
- Have an interest or passion for sustainability, and climate and energy issues (although a background is not essential)
- Relish the opportunity to develop business and succeed in a sales based role
If you would like more information please send your CV with a short cover letter to beth.mitchell@acre-resources.com or apply here
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ApplyRecruitment Consultant – Contract Division
UK - London | £ dependent on experience
Acre is a world renowned sustainability recruitment firm. Since 2003 we have built an unsurpassed reputation and placed hundreds of talented sustainability professionals into their careers, many of them amongst the most influential leaders in the space.
We are now looking to hire a contract recruitment specialist to help expand our contractor and interim management offering. You will be joining us at an early stage within this particular business stream, and will play a fundamental role in developing Acre’s contractor services offering.
Within this role you will:
- Work proactively to develop business with new and existing clients
- Network and source suitable candidates
- Attend regular client meetings
- Contribute to Acre’s brand and reputation
You will:
- Be entrepreneurial and hands on
- Have extensive experience in interim or contract recruitment
- Have expertise in current UK legislation in relation to non-permanent recruitment
- Have an in-depth understanding of administrating non-permanent assignments
- Have an interest or passion for sustainability, and climate and energy issues (although a background is not essential)
- Relish the opportunity to develop business and succeed in a sales based role
If you would like more information please send your CV with a short cover letter to beth.mitchell@acre-resources.com or apply here
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ApplyClimate Change Strategist
UK - London | Competitive + bonus + benefits
One of the world’s best known and regarded global banks is looking for an outstanding Climate Change Strategist to work within their Global Research Team.
With a European and emerging market focus, the overall aim of this new appointment will be to broaden the bank's climate offering.
Responsible for developing and implementing detailed methodologies and models to integrate climate change associated risk and opportunities, the successful candidate will work closely with analysts and collaborate with other teams across their global research function.
Key responsibilities will include:
- The production of sectoral, thematic and regional research to highlight the investment implications of climate change
- Working closely with product, regional and sector heads to integrate the climate change framework
- Actively engaging and advising clients on the investment implications of climate change
- Liaising closely with research marketing, sales and trading to ensure dissemination of information and manage the coordinated flow of information to clients
- Leading and managing the integration of the climate framework models within the global equity and credit research teams
Demonstrating expertise in understanding the investment implications of climate change, you will also have experience in publishing compelling, original and well written research.
Requirements for the role include:
- Experience of financial/investment implications of sustainability, climate change, and/or energy and environment issues
- The ability to formulate investment strategies in relation to Climate Change
- A track record in publishing investment research or equivalent
- The capacity to engage with multiple cultures both internally and externally
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
If you are keen to work in one of the most respected climate finance and research teams and with talented and passionate people then this is an ideal opportunity for you.
For more information or to apply please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036.
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ApplyInvestment Bid Assessor
UK - London | Up to £45,000
Investment in a sustainable future is experiencing substantial growth and this trend is set to continue as the UK evolves into a low carbon economy. Billions of pounds of public and private capital has been ear marked for this growth.
One of the largest areas is the waste, recycling, and energy from waste sector. A new fund has recently been created to assist and facilitate investment into this area and an Investment Bid Assessor is required to ensure the viability of potential projects. This is a vital role within the organisation and will play a critical function in the investment decisions made on high profile, multi million pound projects.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
- Assessing investment proposals against financial, commercial, and technical criteria
- Identifying suitable investment opportunities and assisting with business cases
- Acting as a contact point for a small portfolio of projects
- Monitoring the progress of projects against agreed parameters
- Developing relationships within the industry and keeping abreast of the market and legislative drivers
Essential requirements include:
- An investment background including risk and return assessments
- Practical experience with financial modeling and forecasting
- Expression of interest and business case preparation experience
- A finance related degree (or equivalent)
- A background in early stage funding is highly desirable
Knowledge of a broad range of environmental concepts including waste, recycling, energy, climate change and accompanying legislation is an advantage.
This is a high profile role involving complex decision making with a range of stakeholders under high pressure situations. You will need to convey complex ideas to non technical people, as a result strong communication skills are essential.
For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.
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ApplyAfter Sales Co-ordinator
UK - London | Circa £30k
Our client is a supplier of power generation technologies. From novel gas turbines through to renewable energy solutions their global operation is recognised as one of the industry leaders in the provision of commercial and industrial power systems. With their European base in London their operation has grown quickly, consequently this has lead to the need for an After Sales Co-ordinator to join their team.
Responsible for the group's after sales service activities, as the successful candidate you will play an important role in the team working closely with existing clients as well as the business development team.
The core responsibilities for the position are as follows:
- Regular correspondence with and anticipation of existing customers needs
- Requesting, receiving and negotiating subcontractors quotations
- Corresponding between clients and the company's parent company regarding technical specifications and requirements for projects
- Co-ordination of invoicing activities and cash flow management
With experience of the power systems (Gas/wind/steam turbines) sector you will have a good deal of commercial acumen with the ability to engage not only with customers but also with other members of the international team.
Candidates with Italian language skills and/or Japanese would be of particular interest.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a multinational organisation at a significant and exciting stage of development. With opportunities for international travel and career development this is a stimulating position for a driven and diligent customer focused person. Ref. 2804
ApplyChief Engineer – Structural Design
The Netherlands | €85,000
Our client, a well known and highly respected engineering company, is currently looking to expand their team within Wind Turbine Design. In particular they are looking to hire a talented Structural Design Engineer to create a flagship wind turbine.
Your responsibilities as will include:
- Working alongside other specialist Chief Engineers, overseeing an experienced team of engineers to translate customer requirements into clear technical analysis and design
- Creating transparent design recommendations, development recommendations, and innovative ideas/products
- The designing of new concept wind turbines
The ideal candidate will know the different phases of development and design and will be skilled in reporting and analysis. Further to this you will have:
- Have a Bachelor degree in Engineering (preferred)
- Extensive and relevant experience designing Wind Turbines or complex mechanical systems utilizing gears and bearings
- You are a specialist in structural design and able to work with CAD systems as Solid Works, Unigraphics, etc
This is an exceptional opportunity for the ideal candidate to make a recognisable contribution to an innovative company.
Fluent English is necessary and German will be an advantage.
For more information contact Simone Awramenko at Acre on +44(0)20 3170 8038 or apply here.
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ApplyChief Engineer - Electronics
The Netherlands | €85,000
Our client a global, highly regarded engineering company, is currently looking to expand their team within Wind Turbine Design.
Our client is looking for an entrepreneurial and highly talented engineer who will relish the opportunity to create a flagship wind turbine.
Your responsibilities as Chief Engineer will be to:
- Work alongside Project Manager and other Chief Engineers, overseeing an experienced team of engineers to translate customer requirements into clear technical analysis and design
- Create transparent design recommendations, development recommendations, and innovative ideas/products
- Design of new concept wind turbines at multi-MW ratings
The ideal candidate will know the different phases of development and design and will be skilled in reporting and analysis. Further to this you will have:
- A minimum Bachelor of Engineering, advanced degree preferred
- Extensive and relevant engineering and electrical experience
- Knowledge of Wind Turbine technology, design and development.
Understanding of Wind Turbine IEC 61400-xx Standards and Certification is preferred
This is an exceptional opportunity for the ideal candidate to make a recognisable contribution to an innovative company.
Fluent English is necessary and German will be an advantage.
For more information contact Simone Awramenko at Acre on +44(0)20 3170 8038 or apply here.
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ApplyWind Turbine Project Engineer
The Netherlands | Dependent on experience
Our client, a leading international engineering organisation, is recruiting for a Wind Turbine Project Engineer.
This global company is head quartered in The Netherlands and boasts a number of the Top 10 Wind Turbine Manufacturers as their clients. A medium sized business, with approximately 100 employees, you will join the successful project design team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Understanding client requirements, and communicating technical concepts at all levels
- Working as a design expert within an entrepreneurial project team
- Making design recommendations and where necessary development recommendations
With the ability to anticipate the wishes and needs of the customer you will utilise your extensive Mechanical Engineering experience.
Specific skills and experience required include:
- Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
- Demonstrable experience in a wind turbine design team
- Experience in finite element calculations, power electronics, controlling techniques or loads simulation
- English and German to business level
This position presents a superb opportunity to build on your ability to network with customers and progress your career. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, analytical and a creative go-getter.
For more information contact Simone on +44(0)20 3170 8038 or apply here.
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ApplyBusiness Development Manager – Wind
UK - Chepstow | Basic of up to £50k + Car, Bonus, Pension and Healthcare
Acre has been asked to secure a head of business development for our client who specialises in the fabrication, erection and protective treatment of wind turbine towers. Based in Chepstow they are an established name in the construction of steel structures and have a reputation for providing cost effective and high quality products and services.
We are looking for an exceptional candidate who will be tasked with developing long term relationships with wind turbine manufacturers supplying into both the UK and Europe. Educated to a degree level in an engineering discipline you must be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of wind power and its position within the evolving renewable energy sector as a whole.
The key responsibilities for the position will be as follows:
- Establish and manage the relationships with wind turbine manufacturers
- Understand the technical and commercial requirements of potential clients
- Prepare and present bids for the supply of wind turbine towers
- Provide market and sales forecasts for business planning purposes
- Liaise with internal divisions to ensure order continuity and the development of repeat business.
The successful candidate will be joining the organisation at a key period of its growth and will be given the opportunity to develop their career with the company. With the opportunity to gain exposure with the leading turbine manufacturers it is expected that the head of business development will become a pivotal person within the company.
A comprehensive package is on offer for the right person and those with German, French or Danish language skills will be of particular interest.
For further information please click the apply button below.
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ApplyClimate Change & Energy Director
USA - Oregon | $excellent
Global brand leader and innovator, committed to continuous investment and improvement, is seeking a talented and experienced individual to join the team as a Climate Change & Energy Director
You will take a leading role in creating an overall strategic and operational roadmap to reduce the organization’s carbon footprint over the next 3 years. Managing the co-ordination of all internal energy initiatives and carbon reduction commitments, you will be responsible for the following:
- Measuring the footprint; including creating a process to continuously improve data gathering and baseline accuracy
- Reducing the footprint; including creating enterprise-level and business unit specific strategies and business cases
- Modelling and forecasting business risk and opportunity; understanding carbon pricing and the potential direct or indirect impacts
You will have a background consisting of the following:
- 10 years+ in environmental engineering or energy strategy
- A strong understanding of the changing landscape of energy demand and supply challenges from a corporate perspective
- The ability to influence and coordinate different organizations internally
- A proven understanding of financial reporting of climate change and target numbers
For more information apply here or contact Martin Killeen for a confidential discussion on +1 773 327 0963
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ApplyGlobal Operations and Engineering Manager
UK - North West with extensive international travel | Up to £70 000
The UK’s leading provider of energy solutions is currently seeking a Global Operations and Engineering Manager for a critical role within the Landfill Gas division. Reporting directly to the Operations Director this role will provide a vital link between the senior management team and regional operations.
The main purpose of the role is to maximise engine performance and ensure the most efficient utilisation of plant and resources. Responsibilities will include:
- Agreeing engineering standards and assisting in establishing clearly defined quality methods for staff to apply
- Ongoing remote monitoring of global operations, identifying issues and ensuring improvements are implemented
- Identification and coordination of training, support, audits, and the distribution of resources to ensure optimal utilisation throughout the organisation
- Lending expertise to all departments to maximise production and lower costs
This position will require a unique mix of technical and commercial skills; the successful candidate will have:
- Extensive experience in electrical or mechanical engineering
- Proven track record in continuous operational and engineering management
- Strong commercial skills with the ability to implement and maintain complex budgets
- Leadership skills with the ability to manage teams remotely and communicate complex ideas
Experience in landfill gas, waste management, or generators is an advantage.
This will be a demanding role; strong interpersonal skills and the ability to think on your feet is essential.
The role will require extensive international travel, a valid UK drivers licence and Passport is required.
Contact James Irwin +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here. Ref 2775
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ApplyCSR Director
USA – Oregon | $ Excellent
Global brand leader and innovator, committed to continuous investment and improvement, is seeking a talented and experienced individual to join the team as CSR Director.
Working with the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability team, you will deliver strong, focused and creative strategies that tackle complex sustainability issues. Embedding these high level strategies into the business model, you will engage with policy makers, employees, customers and drive the organization’s message into society.
This is a new position within the team and requires an individual with a multitude of business skills, acumen, and inspirational leadership qualities.
Requirements for this position include:
- Proven experience of running cross functional marketing campaigns
- High level of expertise in running advocacy campaigns, either in a company or an NGO
- Demonstrable experience of engaging stakeholders and creating behavioural and cultural change
- High level strategic planning around sustainability issues in a large scale organization; including waste, carbon reduction, supply chain and community investment
- Previous senior team management experience
You will be a strategic and innovative thinker with the ability to adapt and absorb new ideas and information. You will look to innovate and solve complex issues; comfortable dealing with ambiguity and challenges. Working closely with the CEO you will have political acumen and posses the ability to manage the media. You will represent this global brand internally and externally and deliver results.
For more information apply here or contact Martin Killeen for a confidential discussion on +1 773 327 0963
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ApplyGroup Environmental Manager
UK - South East England | £ dependent on experience
Our Client leads their sector globally, operating in thirty one countries across five continents. Due to continuous growth they are looking for a Group Environmental Manager, who will work with the Head of Corporate Responsibility to help shape, define and implement their group wide environmental strategy.
Responsibilities will include:
- The identification and sharing of environmental best practice across the group
- Leading on group-wide emission and waste reduction projects
- Reporting on carbon footprint and waste reduction
The right Candidate will have a proven track record of implementing and managing a global Environmental strategy, with an emphasis on embedding a sustainable supply chain and carbon management programme. A strong understanding and track record is also required of auditing, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
We are looking for individuals with excellent communication and consultative skills, who will be proactive in building strong collaborative relationships both internally and externally.
To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 203 170 5885 or apply here including your CV and covering letter.
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ApplyMarketing Manager
UK - London | Circa £60,000
A highly successful North American energy efficiency solutions company has recently established an office in the UK and now requires a strategic and creative Marketer.
Solely responsible for spearheading the UK strategic vision, you will be tasked with the total design and execution of the UK marketing strategy to increase the brand recognition and sales volume.
Specifically, your key areas of focus will be to:
- Develop and execute regional and national marketing initiatives
- Research and analyse the UK market
- Build and manage relationships with industry and trade associations
- Attend relevant events and conferences
- Track and analyse marketing progress
You will have an excellent marketing track record and be a proactive team player who is confident in their own abilities. Able to use initiative and make judged business decisions quickly, you will be an integral part to the growth of the business.
Other requirements will include:
- An undergraduate and postgraduate degree (or equivalent)
- Excellent research, written and analytical skills
- Exceptional communications skills at all levels
- Ability to work effectively and to a high standard under pressure
- The right to work in the UK
Our client operates in an exciting and rapidly expanding area of business. The launch of their UK office is an important phase for the company and they anticipate fast-paced growth. As such, this role will suit a creative individual who enjoys a challenge and taking on a high level of responsibility.
For more information or to apply please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036.
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ApplyBusiness Development Associate
UK - London | Circa £25,000 + commission
This award winning US based provider of demand response energy efficiency solutions is looking for an exceptional Business Development Associate (BDA) to join their growing UK team.
As part of this motivated and dynamic sales group, you will be an integral player in the business development and successful selling of the company’s technology-enabled demand response solution in the UK
Joining the newly established UK team, you will take the lead and initiative as BDA to proactively research and make contact with potential customers across all organisations and businesses. Your responsibilities will include:
- Engaging with new contacts and introducing the business and product
- Progressing calls to confirm meetings with the Business Development Manager
- Assisting in strategy development and implementation
- Tracking UK activity and reporting to the wider business
With a genuine enthusiasm for securing new business, you will be confident and have an outstanding sales track record. Experience or a strong interest in energy and the carbon markets will be an advantage.
You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) and have impeccable written and verbal communication skills.
This is a great opportunity to be part of an integral, growing company that has already seen tremendous growth in the US. Your hard work and success will be rewarded with progressive responsibility and commission potential.
Our client is only able to consider individuals with the right to work in the UK or EU.
For more information or to apply please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036.
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ApplyCRC Bureau Manager
UK – Kent | c. £42,000
My client provides energy procurement and energy contract management to a large number of organisations within South East England; approximately £300m worth of energy per year. The CRC Bureau Manager will take the lead in managing and developing customer energy reporting services; will hold primary responsibility on effective compliance with the CRC; and will market, expand and manage the delivery of services.
The CRC Bureau Manager will take overall responsibility on developing the Energy Bureau Service to provide energy management support to customers.
Responsibilities will include:
- Developing services in line with the CRC legislation requirements with regards to data collection, government reporting, procuring CRC allowances, forecasting emissions and potentially trading allowances
- Managing internal CRC requirements and compliance strategy
- Developing and maintaining the energy monitoring systems, including designing new report formats
- Managing the energy reporting team
- Maintaining an active awareness of the energy industry and significant national and international climate change policies
This position will play a pivotal role in expanding the organisation’s energy reporting services and revenue stream. The ideal individual will have extensive experience in the energy industry, previous experience may have been gained from working for an energy supplier, energy consultancy or bureau provider.
Experience and qualifications required:
- An in-depth understanding and grasp of CRC legislation requirements
- Highly developed IT skills
- Proven management ability
- Demonstrated customer focused outlook
- Relevant discipline degree (or equivalent)
With a generous benefits package including 27 days holiday and final salary pension scheme, this position presents a challenging opportunity and genuine career growth.
For more information please apply here.
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ApplyRecruitment Resourcer
UK – Acre HQ | London | £ dependent on experience
Acre has been established as the market leader in green recruitment since 2003. We have built an unsurpassed reputation and placed hundreds of talented sustainability professionals into their careers, many of them amongst the most influential leaders in the space.
As a Resourcer at Acre, your input will be invaluable and you will search out the best candidates for the recruitment projects we’re working on. With access to the world’s largest database of sustainability and green professionals, specific responsibilities will include:
- Identifying suitable individuals using all available resources (database, online networks, advertising)
- Interviewing and assessing candidates both on the phone and face to face
- Researching and mapping the marketplace
- Headhunting
- Keeping commercially up to date with developments and legislation within the environmental, climate and sustainability space
Working at the cutting edge of this exciting and globally important area, you will be given full support to grow your career in recruitment.
Skills and qualifications required:
- Educated to degree (or equivalent) level
- Previous resourcing or research experience in a recruitment environment
- Confident user of Microsoft office, recruitment software systems, and online job boards
Experience within the environment, energy, sustainability / CSR sector will be highly beneficial; a passion for this sector is essential.
For more information and to apply for this opportunity please submit your cover letter and CV here.
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ApplyDirector, Measurement and Verification
USA - Delaware | Competitive
Our client, a vibrant, fast-growing energy solutions firm focused on renewable energy development and energy efficiency, is seeking a senior candidate to lead the development, planning and execution of electrical & carbon measurement, verification, and the tracking of projects for their energy efficiency and demand reduction clients
You will be responsible for onsite work with clients, interfacing with their data centers and buildings management teams, and will be the primary lead for measurement and verification.
Duties will involve:
- Coordinating staff, contractors and client groups to develop and implement Measurement and Verification for energy efficiency and demand reduction programs
- Determining and verifying energy savings in accordance with established protocols and standards
- Preparing written reports for various audiences including senior management, third-party contractors, regulatory agencies and other stakeholders
- Following and participating with industry and legislative/regulatory developments to identify, understand, and influence changes that potentially impact MV&T standards, methods, and protocols
- Managing, training, and developing staff and contractors
Your skills and experience will include:
- Graduate in science, engineering business, law or finance
- In excess of five years experience in energy efficiency programs or measurement, verification and evaluation
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Solid understanding of utility regulatory compliance requirements
- Data Center M&V experience
- Energy Modeling
Please contact Martin Killeen for a confidential discussion on 773.327.0963 or apply here.
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ApplyBusiness Development Manager
UK - London or Home | Circa £45,000 + Commission
A leading provider of demand response energy efficiency solutions is looking for a talented business developer to drive their newly established operations in the UK.
This company helps businesses manager their energy more intelligently, pay less for it, and also generate cash flow.
You will be integral in building the company’s presence in the UK market. You will use your established and generated network of contacts to educate and sell the demand response and energy efficient solution resulting in their commitment to the service.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Initiating and developing robust client relationships
- Generating and converting leads into profitable business
- Analysing energy & facilities data
- Proposing company’s service portfolio to solve customers’ energy management and business problems
- Preparing and presenting financial and sales proposals
- Contractual negotiation and closure
- Liaising with marketing
Understanding the mechanics of sales, you will have strong business acumen and the gravitas to build relationships with clients at all levels. Given sales targets to work to, you will be expected to not only meet these but exceed them growing the company’s presence and your remuneration.
My client is looking for candidates who have an outstanding education at Bachelors or ideally Masters level (or equivalent). Knowledge of the energy industry is desirable although it’s not essential; however a proven ability to use initiative and develop business is paramount.
This integral company offers a confident self starter the opportunity to work in fast paced environment with a business who believes in changing the way we use energy.
To apply you must have the right to work in the UK.
For further information or to apply please contact Olivia Anderson at Acre on 0203 170 8036.
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ApplyHead of Health and Safety Consultancy
UK based | Six Figure Salary
A UK PLC with over 120,000 current business customers and a turnover in excess of £300 million is currently embarking upon a major expansion project. Their goal is to become the global leader in health and safety consultancy. This fully funded venture has board backing and is seen as the next step in the evolution of the organisation to be a true service provider.
Our client is now seeking an entrepreneurial senior figure within health and safety consultancy to drive forward this initiative.
The role will initially involve conducting feasibility studies and business planning over a six month period; mapping out the progression of the business.
Responsibilities will include:
- Networking within the organisation to asses where potential opportunities can be exploited
- Mapping the market for potential acquisition opportunities
- Assessing the current conditions and evaluating the fastest route to market
- Utilising existing client networks to win and begin delivery of initial projects
This position is a unique opportunity to launch and build an international health and safety consultancy from the ground up; the successful candidate will have:
- Senior leadership experience within an health and safety consultancy
- Commercial skills with an entrepreneurial flair to identify and take advantage of opportunities
- A large client base at senior level ideally connected to the construction or infrastructure sector
- A proven technical background within health and safety consultancy
An acquisitions or start up background will be beneficial.
This will be a demanding role, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to think on your feet is essential. The successful candidate will be expected to logically explain positions and decisions throughout the contract.
This is initially a six month contract with the expectation then becoming permanent.
Contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.
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ApplyHead of Waste Consultancy
UK based | Six Figure Salary
A UK PLC with over 120,000 current business customers and a turnover in excess of £300 million is currently embarking upon a major expansion project. Their goal is to become the global leader in waste consultancy. This fully funded venture has board backing and is seen as the next step in the evolution of the organisation to be a true service provider.
Our client is now seeking an entrepreneurial senior figure within waste consultancy to drive forward this initiative.
The role will initially involve conducting feasibility studies and business planning over a six month period; mapping out the progression of the business. Responsibilities will include:
- Networking within the organisation to asses where potential opportunities can be exploited
- Mapping the market for potential acquisition opportunities
- Assessing the current conditions and evaluating the fastest route to market
- Utilising existing client networks to win and begin delivery of initial projects
This position is a unique opportunity to launch and build an international waste consultancy from the ground up; the successful candidate will have:
- Senior leadership experience within a waste consultancy
- Commercial skills with an entrepreneurial flair to identify and take advantage of opportunities
- A large client base at senior level ideally connected to the construction or infrastructure sector
- A proven technical background within waste
An acquisitions or start up background will be beneficial.
This will be a demanding role, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to think on your feet is essential. The successful candidate will be expected to logically explain positions and decisions throughout the contract.
This is initially a six month contract with the expectation then becoming permanent.
Contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here. Ref 2717
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ApplyHead of Environmental Consultancy
UK based | Six Figure Salary
A UK PLC with over 120,000 current business customers and a turnover in excess of £300 million is currently embarking upon a major expansion project. Their goal is to become the global leader in environmental consultancy. This fully funded venture has board backing and is seen as the next step in the evolution of the organisation to be a true service provider.
Our client is now seeking an entrepreneurial senior figure within environmental consultancy to drive forward this initiative.
The role will initially involve conducting feasibility studies and business planning over a six month period; mapping out the progression of the business. Responsibilities will include:
- Networking within the organisation to asses where potential opportunities can be exploited
- Mapping the market for potential acquisition opportunities
- Assessing the current conditions and evaluating the fastest route to market
- Utilising existing client networks to win and begin delivery of initial projects
This position is a unique opportunity to launch and build an international environmental consultancy from the ground up; the successful candidate will have:
- Senior leadership experience within a environmental consultancy
- Commercial skills with an entrepreneurial flair to identify and take advantage of opportunities
- A large client base at senior level ideally connected to the construction or infrastructure sector
- A proven technical background within an environmental discipline
An acquisitions or start up background will be beneficial.
This will be a demanding role, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to think on your feet is essential. The successful candidate will be expected to logically explain positions and decisions throughout the contract.
This is initially a six month contract with the expectation then becoming permanent.
Contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.
Ref. 2716
ApplyCarbon Executive
UK - London | £ Competitive
Our client, an early stage property investment company requires an experienced Carbon Trader to build a new trading desk focussed on emerging markets. The firm has invested heavily in renewable energy projects in India and current investments are in the region of £20m, this could potentially rise to £500m which will lead to an excess amount of CERs available.
The firm is keen to focus on green project investments and Carbon Credit trading and therefore wishes to hire an experienced trader to create and build a fully operational and profitable trading team with ambitious plans to rapidly grow the operation.
The successful candidate will be expected to oversee all aspects of trading as well as advising the company’s directors on new and emerging opportunities in the carbon market place. They will also ensure that the portfolio of projects maintains a high level of quality and compliance with the relevant standards and regulations.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced carbon trader with excellent knowledge of its financial instruments and trading platforms. You will have an entrepreneurial approach and understand key business drivers within your market. You must also have had experience leading multi-functional project teams and developing business strategies for them to follow.
This is a unique opportunity for a talented trader to work in a rapidly expanding market, with the freedom to build and develop a profitable trading desk.
For further information or to apply please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036
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ApplyPrincipal Consultant
UK - London | Circa £50,000 + benefits + bonus
A global consultancy offering a broad range of environment and engineering solutions, is seeking a Principal Consultant to shape, lead and develop their energy and sustainability practice.
A key member of this growing team, you will be expected to manage and mentor a team of energy and sustainability consultants ensuring they perform to the best of their abilities. In addition it will be your responsibility to commercially manage budgets, understand the clients’ needs and expectations and ensure projects are run as efficiently as possible.
You will be required to drive the business forward by identifying viable opportunities and generating them into profitable business.
Key candidate competencies:
- A solid track record in consultancy
- A postgraduate degree (or equivalent) in technical energy related disciplines
- An analytical thought process
- Superb communication skills
- Cutting edge knowledge of energy and sustainability policy
Providing expertise in energy and carbon management, this senior level post will lead projects from conception to completion and present every opportunity for career progression.
For more information please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036
Ref. 2682
ApplyRecruitment Consultant
Acre HQ | London | £24,000 + OTE + Benefits
Acre has been established as the market leader in green recruitment since 2003. We have built an unsurpassed reputation and placed hundreds of talented sustainability professionals into their careers, many of them amongst the most influential leaders in the space.
As a Recruitment Consultant at Acre, you will help develop business within the green space, working with a variety of companies to search out the best people for their requirements.
We are looking to hire an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our team in London. At this level we’d be interested in passionate individuals with demonstrable ability, experience and success in:
- Business development and sales within a recruitment environment
- Communicating professionally with clients and candidates
- Managing and delivering the full recruitment process
- Attending and presenting at client meetings
- Establishing a network of industry contacts
- Achieving financial targets
You will be able to develop your knowledge of this exciting and globally important area within a commercial environment, and will be given full support to grow your career in recruitment.
Skills and qualifications required:
- Educated to degree (or equivalent) level
- Previous recruitment experience
- Confident user of Microsoft office, recruitment software systems, and online job boards
Commercial experience within the environment, energy, sustainability / CSR sector will be highly beneficial; a passion for this sector is essential.
For more information and to apply for this opportunity please submit your cover letter and CV here.
Ref. 2648
ApplyOffshore Wind Project Manager
UK - Various locations | Competitive
Our client has a pivotal role in the the delivery of the UK's share of the EU target of 20 per cent renewable energy by 2020. A unique opportunity is now available for pro-active, committed and flexible individuals committed to work at the forefront of this programme.
We are keen to speak to individuals working at a senior level with extensive off shore experience in wind, oil or gas or similar. Off shore consenting and an engineering background is essential. Additional practical knowledge and experience of off shore development is an added advantage. You have a proven track record of input into strategy, development and implementation of off shore projects.
It is essential that that applicants have previous experience of contract and project management within offshore wind consenting and engineering. As important, is a proactive approach, strong project & contract management skills and exceptional communication skills.
This is a challenging, high profile opportunity that will put you at the heart of ensuring that wind becomes a vital component of the the UK's energy capability.
Ref. 2608
ApplyElectrical Engineer – Wind Turbine Development
Germany - Hamburg | €50k - €60k
Our client is a supplier of power generation technologies. From novel gas turbines through to renewable energy solutions their global operation is recognised as one of the industry leaders in the provision of commercial and industrial power systems.
Having recently set up a European base their operation has grown quickly and consequently this has lead to the need for an Electrical Engineer to join their Wind team in Hamburg.
The primary responsibility of this position is to successfully develop their first European off-shore project. Tasked with the design of wind turbine electrical system (generator, converter, transformer, etc.) and control systems you will be responsible for the coordination of component suppliers and managing bought in technical consultancy services.
You will be used to taking on high degree of responsibility and will be required to have an entrepreneurial attitude. As a degree qualified engineer your will be expected to have experience of either the Wind Industry or another renewable energy technology.
In return you will be joining a fast moving and growing company at a very important stage of their development.
For more information or to apply please click the apply button below. Ref. 2300
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