H9 Talent Solutions are partnering with a leading renewable energy developer and independent power producer and hiring for a Director of Asset Management to lead the operational and commercial performance of a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets across the UK and Europe.

Overview

This is a senior leadership role responsible for maximising asset value across the full lifecycle from construction handover through operations and optimisation to refinancing and exit. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping asset strategy, driving performance improvements and supporting long term portfolio growth.

Role and Responsibilities

Define and implement asset management strategy across operational renewable energy assets (solar, wind, BESS and/or hybrid projects).
Drive optimisation initiatives to maximise revenue, availability and long term asset value.
Lead annual business planning, budgeting and long term financial forecasting.
Identify and execute value enhancement opportunities including repowering, hybridisation, and commercial optimisation.

Commercial & Financial Management

Oversee asset P&L performance and financial returns against investment cases.
Manage revenue strategies including PPAs, route to market agreements and merchant exposure.
Support refinancing processes, valuations and investor reporting requirements.
Work closely with finance teams on cashflow optimisation and performance analysis.

Operational Oversight

Manage O&M providers and key technical contractors, ensuring KPI delivery and contractual compliance.
Oversee operational risk management, asset performance monitoring and availability targets.
Ensure best practice HSE and regulatory compliance across the portfolio.

Stakeholder & Investor Management

Act as senior interface with investors, lenders, joint venture partners, and key stakeholders.
Lead asset reporting to investment committees and senior management.
Support M&A activities including operational due diligence and integration of acquired assets.

Leadership

Build and lead a high performing asset management team.
Establish scalable processes, governance frameworks and performance standards.
Collaborate closely with development, construction and investment teams.

Experience and Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years’ experience in renewable energy, infrastructure or power asset management.
Proven track record managing operational renewable portfolios (IPP, developer, fund or utility background).
Strong commercial understanding of UK power markets and revenue structures.
Experience managing PPAs, O&M contracts and operational performance optimisation.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and cross functional stakeholders.
Strong financial and analytical capability with exposure to investment or financing processes.
Degree in engineering, finance, economics or related discipline (advanced degree desirable).

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