SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £18 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

As part of our NZAP+ programme, SSE Renewables (SSER) is developing a 2.5GW pipeline of solar and battery projects in the UK and Ireland, of which the first 230MW are now in construction. Our solar and battery division, which forms part of SSER’s Onshore Directorate, has been one of the fastest growing teams at SSE in recent years.

Base Location: London, Reading or Glasgow

Salary: £96,100 - £144,100 + performance-related bonus + car/allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing, and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

About the Role

As Director of Development, you will be part of the Solar and Battery leadership team and will manage the development of our multi-GW pipeline, from greenfield origination to securing financial investment. Your team originates and develops new projects, and also takes acquired projects (working with the acquisitions team) and drives them to completion. This pipeline includes both c.1.5GW of more mature projects, and a significant greenfield pipeline for the longer-term.

Your main responsibilities will be:

- Putting safety at the centre of everything and developing a strong safety culture within your team and projects.

- Driving successful pipeline and project development outcomes for the business, shareholders, and stakeholders to enable the achievement of our five and ten year targets.

- Leading the development team, fostering a culture of high performance.

- Overseeing the Project Development strategy and plan, and using your expertise to build and embed best practices.

- Supporting sound business decisions that drive business growth, particularly around acquisition and investment.

What do I need?

You will have a background in project development, and you’ll need to be an accomplished people leader with experience of managing through change. Commercially astute and experienced, you’ll play a key role in shaping and supporting the team through project phases and contract negotiations, and in achieving their goals through a period of continued growth.

We would also love you to have:

- Experience of energy infrastructure, knowledge of the energy and power markets and the associated regulatory environment.

- Experience of operating in a fast-growth business environment, including effectively managing stakeholders.

- Experience of managing a portfolio and team which is distributed geographically.

- A strategic and entrepreneurial approach to work.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact stacey.kincaid@sse.com / 01738 275053

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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