Business Development Manager

BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) – Business Development ManagerLocation: Dublin (Onsite / Customer-facing)eir business talent is proud to be partnering with a worldclass global technology organisation on a critical, multi-hire strategic project in the Irish market.This high ‑impact programme spans a number of business-critical domains, including enterprise and carrier sales, strategic account management, IP and wireless network solutions, and next‑ ‑generation renewables technologies such as solar and battery storage.This role outlined below is part of this strategic hiring project.Role OverviewA leading global energy technology provider is seeking a commercially focused BESS Business Development Manager to join a multidisciplinary team covering grid, product (renewables and sustainability), and policy (regulatory engagement). This is a senior, revenue-driven position focused on monetising Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and growing market share across utility and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) customers in Ireland.The role focuses on helping customers understand how to invest in battery storage and generate revenue by selling energy back into the grid, using advanced data, market insight, and internal expertise.Key ObjectivesMonetise Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)Enable customers to generate returns from battery investmentsIncrease market share with existing customersWin new customers across electricity, balancing, and capacity marketsPosition battery solutions as trusted, bankable assets Key ResponsibilitiesBESS Commercial & Financial LeadershipOwn the commercialisation and monetisation of BESS solutionsClearly articulate investment models and revenue streams for battery assetsTranslate technical, grid, and policy inputs into clear financial value propositionsSupport customers in optimising returns from balancing markets, capacity markets, and energy arbitrage Business Development & SalesLead new business development for BESS across IrelandGrow and deepen relationships with existing customersManage and close complex, high-value sales cyclesDevelop opportunities across utility-scale and C&I battery projects, including solar co-location Customer & Market EngagementSell directly into utility and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) customersEngage with aggregators and market participants to enable grid participationBuild trusted relationships with major energy providers and investors Market ContextThe battery storage market is at an early but rapidly accelerating stage, with limited commercial capacity today and significant growth forecast over the coming years. This role offers the opportunity to shape market strategy and capture substantial value as capacity scales.Candidate ProfileEssential ExperienceProven sales and business development background within BESS or energy storageStrong experience commercialising battery energy storage solutionsUnderstanding of electricity, balancing, and capacity marketsExperience selling into utilities and/or Commercial & Industrial customersTrack record of closing large, complex deals Desirable ExperienceExperience working with aggregators or energy trading modelsExposure to solar plus battery co-located projectsStrong knowledge of the Irish energy market and regulatory environment Key AttributesStrategic and commercially focusedStrong financial and ROI storytelling capabilityExcellent senior stakeholder and customer relationship skillsAble to operate autonomously in a fast-growing market BenefitsPerformance-related bonusCar allowance25 Days Annual leave entitlementExcellent Pension ContributionPrivate medical insuranceLife assuranceAdditional Requirement:All applicants must hold a valid EU passport or Stamp 4 visa to be considered.For more information please apply here or contact Michael Mooney / michael(dot)mooney(at)business(dot)ieRef: EBT7737