Business Development Manager (Part-Time)

Role: Business Development Manager
Location: Middle east and UK
We are looking for a well-connected business development professional to find and win new solar EPC work for us on a part-time basis.
You will open doors with developers, independent power producers (IPPs), main contractors and large energy users, and build a strong pipeline.
You will then work with our directors and technical team to turn opportunities into signed contracts.
The role suits someone with an established network in solar or the wider energy sector who wants flexible, results-focused work.
Responsibilites:
Find and qualify new opportunities for solar EPC, O&M and battery storage projects.
Build relationships with developers, IPPs, utilities, main contractors and large energy users.
Set up and lead first meetings, bringing in our technical team as opportunities develop.
Track tenders and requests for proposal (RFPs), and help prepare bids and proposals.
Support pricing and commercial negotiations through to signed contracts.
Keep the pipeline up to date and give the directors a short weekly update.
Share market insight on competitors, pricing and policy in our focus regions.
Represent the company at industry events
Requirement:
Hands on years in business development or sales in solar, renewables, EPC or the wider energy sector
An active network of decision-makers in Europe, the Middle East, Africa or India
A record of winning contracts, ideally for solar EPC or engineering services
A solid understanding of how solar projects are developed, contracted and delivered
Confidence leading commercial discussions and negotiations at senior level
Strong written and spoken English, and the ability to shape proposals and
presentations
Self-motivated and organised, comfortable working remotely with little supervision
No conflicting roles with competing solar EPC contractors
Nice to have
Experience with public tenders and utility procurement
Knowledge of battery storage (BESS), hybrid systems or O&M contracts
An engineering or technical background
Other languages relevant to our markets, such as Arabic, French or Hindi
What we offer
Freedom to fit the role around your other work
Direct access to the directors and a real say in how the business grows
An experienced delivery team behind you, so you can sell with confidence
How to apply
Send your CV and a short note (one page at most) to [divyaarora@thriveitsystems.com]. In the note, tell us
about the deals you have helped win and where your network is strongest.
We review applications as they arrive and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Work arrangement
Yes