Solar Business Development Manager Field-based - Otley, Leeds Full-time, permanent Salary up to £45,000 (depending on experience) + realistic OTE of £80,000 + company car and benefits

Tate Solar is part of the Tate Group, a family-run Yorkshire business established in 1972. We work with farms, estates, and rural businesses across the region, helping customers reduce energy costs through practical, investable solar PV and renewable energy solutions. Salary does not include the commission element.

Due to growth, we are looking for a Solar Business Development Manager to develop commercial and rural solar PV projects across our existing customer base.

This is a relationship-led, consultative B2B sales role, supported by experienced in-house engineering and project delivery teams.

Key Responsibilities

*    Develop solar PV and renewable energy opportunities across rural and commercial customers *    Build trusted relationships with business owners, farmers and landowners *    Identify suitable roof-mounted and ground-mounted solar installations *    Manage opportunities from initial discussion through to signed contract *    Prepare clear, commercial proposals showing energy savings, ROI and payback *    Work closely with technical and delivery teams to ensure projects are viable *    Attend industry events, agricultural shows and networking opportunities *    Maintain and report on a structured sales pipeline

What We’re Looking For

*    Experience in B2B sales or business development *    12 months of experience or background in solar PV, renewable energy, or energy *    Comfortable in a field-based sales role working with decision-makers *    Consultative, credible, and commercially minded *    Interest in rural and agricultural customers *    (previous agricultural experience welcome but not essential) *    Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

*    Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus *    Company car *    Long-term role within a stable, family-run Yorkshire business *    Warm customer base and strong project pipeline *    Supportive, down-to-earth working culture

Benefits:

*    Casual dress *    Company car *    Company events *    Company pension *    Life insurance *    On-site parking

If you have the drive and experience, we would love to hear from you.  Please click "Apply" now or contact us for a confidential conversation.

This role may also be suitable for candidates with experience as a Business Development Manager, Solar Sales Manager, Renewable Energy Consultant, Field Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Energy Consultant, Commercial Energy Advisor or similar sales-focused roles within the energy or renewables sector