Off Shore Wind Business Development Manager

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

As a vital player in the UK’s offshore wind sector, we are at the forefront of supporting renewable energy growth by providing essential infrastructure and services to offshore wind projects along the British coast. Our vision is to drive sustainable development and be the catalyst for the UK's transition to clean energy.

In June 2024, we launched a new strategy aimed at accelerating the energy transition, leveraging our strategic locations, world-class assets, resilient business model, and prime development land. Our growth focus includes sectors such as floating offshore wind, hydrogen production and storage, carbon capture and storage, and alt. fuels.

The Role:

We are seeking a proactive and strategic Business Development Manager - Offshore Wind to join our Commercial team. Reporting to the Group Head of Offshore Wind, you will play a critical role in identifying and developing new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and driving the growth of ABP's offshore wind portfolio. Additionally, you will support the Group Head of Offshore Wind with strategic planning, operational coordination, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape in the OSW sector.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of business opportunities and potential partners.
• Lead the evaluation of new business prospects and feasibility studies for OSW projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including industry partners, government agencies, and technology providers.
• Negotiate and structure strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and collaborations to support business growth.
• Represent ABP at industry conferences, seminars, and networking events to promote our capabilities and forge new connections
• Inform government engagement around OSW.
• Develop detailed business cases, including financial modeling, risk assessment, and investment analysis, to support new initiatives.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and management of OSW projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget, while meeting all regulatory and safety requirements.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to drive revenue growth and market penetration in the OSW sector.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), sales metrics, and market feedback to inform strategic decisions.
• Assist the Group Head of Offshore Wind with strategic planning, including the development and implementation of the OSW strategy.
• Provide operational support, including meeting preparation, agenda setting, and follow-up actions.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and board papers for senior management and the board of directors.
• Facilitate communication and coordination about OSW topics across the Commercial team and other departments.

Skills & Experience:

• Customer-focused, with a tenacious and proactive personality
• Excellent strategic planning, analytical, and financial modelling skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proficiency in preparing reports, presentations, and strategic documents.
• Proven commercial acumen with the ability to identify and capitalise on business opportunities in the energy and OSW sector.
• Motivated and results-oriented with a passion for sustainability and innovation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.