UK Power Business Development Manager

Centrica plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a UK Power Business Development Manager to spearhead growth opportunities in renewable energy and infrastructure. You will drive acquisition strategies and manage partnerships essential for developing low-carbon solutions. Candidates should have a strong background in energy development, market regulations, and stakeholder engagement, alongside the capability to deliver strategic investment insights. Join us to help shape a sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Flexible total rewards

Supportive work culture

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in energy infrastructure development with an understanding of electricity market structures.
• Experience in commercial strategy and business development in the energy sector.
• Knowledge of energy policies and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Identify growth opportunities through acquisitions and partnerships.
• Develop and progress a pipeline of investment opportunities.
• Manage due diligence activities for acquisitions and new developments.

Skills

Energy infrastructure development

Business development

Commercial strategy

Investment analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Job description

UK Power Business Development Manager page is loaded## UK Power Business Development Managerlocations: Windsor: Greater Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 23, 2026 (17 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0081280**Join us, be part of more.**We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.Centrica Power is at the forefront of the UK and Irish energy transition. Our portfolio spans flexible and conventional generation, renewable energy, energy storage and nuclear. With over £2bn of gross capital deployed, over 600MW in operation and a further 500MW in construction, still we continue with our ambitious growth plans in place, we’re building a Power business that will play a major role in the UK’s low‑carbon future.We’re involved in some of the most exciting projects in the sector — from our 20% stake in the current UK nuclear fleet, to our 15% investment in the development of Sizewell C, to leading the UK’s first advanced modular reactor programme with X‑Energy. And that’s just the start. Over the next five years, we’re accelerating investment as part of Centrica’s green growth strategy. This is your opportunity to help shape a business of major strategic significance to Centrica and to the UK’s energy mix.As our **UK Power Business Development Manager** , you'll play a key role in leading the identification of growth opportunities for the Centrica power business through acquisition, organic development and partnerships. The Core objective of the role is to develop and progress a pipeline of opportunities, aligned to the Power strategy and investment criteria.You will be required to attend meetings at our Windsor and London offices.**Key role accountabilities:*** Establish a structured approach to assessing and developing investment opportunities* Set clear targets and deliverables for the development function in pursuit of the Power strategy* Use market intelligence, trends, technology advancements, and policy developments in the electricity sector to inform investment decisions and strategic direction* Coordinate input from internal and external sources to support the valuation and commercial assessment of investments* Manage relationships in Joint Ventures and partnerships to progress development* Provide expert advise to support decision making across investments in storage, Renewables and dispatchable generation* Manage due diligence activities for acquisitions, new development, Joint Ventures and new technologies, building strong relationships with internal and external partners to ensure robust decision making* Manage the development and progress of a pipeline of opportunities ensuring appropriate governance and timely decision making.**The Person:*** Proven experience in energy infrastructure development with a strong understanding of the electricity market structures and associated regulatory frameworks* Experienced in business development, commercial strategy, and / or investment analysis within the energy sector* Demonstrable expertise and leadership in opportunity assessment, business case development, and investment strategies for both development-stage and operational assets* Deep knowledge of the energy policy landscape, including the security of supply, decarbonisation plans, Support Scheme, grid connection processes, and the roles of key regulatory bodies* Familiarity with emerging technologies in energy generation, storage, hydrogen, CCUS, and onshore/offshore wind* Ability to translate market and regulatory insights into actionable commercial strategies* Skilled in managing complex stakeholder relationships including development partners* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and build cross-functional alignment* Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, delivering high-quality outputs to tight deadlines* Collaborative mindset with experience working across disciplines such as Commercial, Finance, Trading, Legal, and Technical to maximise investment value* Commercially astute, with a clear understanding of value drivers for both existing assets and new transactions* Proactive, tenacious, and committed to continuous learning and professional development. We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you.### We’re powered by purposeThrough innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why.We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.