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Strategic Partnerships Manager
Newbridge
BnM is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Manager who will be responsible for developing and managing strategic customer relationships in line with BnM's Renewable Energy strategy, while identifying and pursuing new demand-led business opportunities.
This role will play a critical part in aligning customer expectations with BnM's long-term development plans, ensuring commercial agreements are structured to deliver sustainable growth. The successful candidate will also work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to develop and implement a wider Energy Park Vision & Strategy, positioning BnM as a leading partner in the renewable energy transition.
The main duties and responsibilities of the role will include the following:
* Lead the commercial development of a number of Renewable Energy Parks, which are closely aligned with the development of the Renewable Energy pipeline of projects. Develop, communicate and manage the delivery of a roadmap, which includes core activities around customer management, policy/legislation, infrastructure development, commercial contract strategy and the core skills needed to deliver on the strategy.
* Working with the Head of Policy & Regulation, lead engagements with wider industry to ensure the right technical, policy, political and commercial supports in place to successfully deliver Renewable Energy Parks.
* Lead Renewable Energy offtake strategy and commercial discussions with large industrial customers. Manage and maintain strategic relationships and partnerships for the business. In particular, lead out Corporate PPA discussions with key customers and any other commericial contracts necessary as part of the Renewables Energy Park development. Develop a customer segment and sales strategy for the business.
* Drive the business development function and develop core value propositon for future large industrial customers. In addition to offtake strategy, the role holder will also work with the wider Renewables/Commercial management team to develop technical solutions, including engineering and design considerations necessary in the development of the Renewable Energy Parks. Lead establishment of joint ventures as appropriate to deliver on the strategy.
* Manage key relationships with EirGrid, GNI, Uisce Eireann, CRU,IDA, Enterprise Ireland, Government departments and others as part of the commercial development of the Renewable Energy Parks. Liaise and work internally with the wider Commercial and Development teams to identify suitable complimentary technologies that will form the compositon of the Renewable Energy Parks, including Green Hydrogen and e-fuel derivatives, Anaerobic Digestion, Flextech and Energy Storage.
* All employees are expected to co-operate fully with all provisions taken by the company for ensuring Health and Safety, and Welfare of co-employees and members of the public using the premises.
* Proactively participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of own, and the wider team's, objectives.
The Person
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification, skills, knowledge and attributes:
* Education
* Honours Degree (Level 8 NFQ) in Commercial, Energy, Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Postgraduate qualification (Level 9 NFQ) in a relevant field (e.g., Commercial, Engineering, Energy, Finance) is desirable.
* Experience
* Minimum of 10+ years' experience in the energy industry, with at least 5 years at senior management level.
* Proven track record in renewable energy, power generation, or large-scale infrastructure development.
* Significant experience managing customer relationships, driving business change, and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
* Programme and project management experience across multiple projects with differing priorities, risk profiles, and timelines.
* Experience managing and developing teams of professionals across diverse disciplines.
* Previous involvement in delivering presentations at energy industry conferences, forums, or public events.
* Technical & Leadership Skills
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, influence, and align stakeholders to strategic objectives.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at executive and customer levels.
* Deep understanding of energy policy, regulatory frameworks, and market structures relevant to the Irish and EU renewable energy sectors.
* Demonstrated ability in customer management, contract negotiation, and commercial strategy.
* Business development and sales experience is desirable.
* Broader business management experience is an advantage.
* Stakeholder Engagement
* Significant experience leading high-level customer engagements and developing long-term strategic partnerships.
* Ability to represent the business externally with authority and credibility across industry, government, and customer forums.
The selection process for this role will include candidate screening from application.
Visit Careers – BnM for more information.
If you wish to be considered, simply apply on or before 17th of September 2025.
BnM is an equal opportunities employer.