Climate17 is partnered with a well-established, pan-European renewable energy advisory and asset management platform to appoint a Senior BESS Advisor. The organisation has been active in the energy transition for over 15 years, supporting developers, asset owners, investors, and financial institutions across wind, solar, and energy storage assets.
With a strong footprint across multiple European markets and a reputation for high-quality technical and commercial advisory, the business is now seeking to significantly scale its battery energy storage (BESS) offering. This newly created role will play a central part in supporting the company’s future growth strategy in energy storage.
The role
This is a senior position for a commercially driven energy storage expert with the credibility to influence client strategy and contribute to building a market-leading BESS advisory platform.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with the senior leadership team, the Senior BESS Advisor will support the development of the BESS proposition, originate new business, and deliver high-value strategic, technical, and financial advisory services across Europe.
The role can be based remotely or from one of the company’s European offices, with regular travel across Europe for client meetings, internal leadership engagement, and industry events.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Market Growth
* Build and maintain a senior-level network of developers, investors, utilities, lenders, and technology providers.
* Originate and structure new commercial opportunities, positioning BESS as a strategic entry point for wider advisory relationships.
* Act as a senior representative and thought contributor at industry conferences, events, and specialist panels.
* Support the expansion of the client portfolio across priority European markets and stakeholder groups.
Strategic, Technical & Financial Advisory
* Support clients in defining and executing BESS strategies, including market targeting, technology selection, business models, and investment planning.
* Lead high-level discussions on regulation, revenue mechanisms, and energy storage project structuring.
Deliver or support the delivery of:
* Technical and commercial due diligence
* Financial and techno-economic modelling, including revenue stacking
* BESS procurement and tendering processes
* Provide expert insight into European electricity markets and regulatory developments.
Product Development & Internal Coordination
* Support the design and development of a scalable BESS advisory offering aligned with evolving market needs.
* Work closely with internal technical and commercial teams to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
* Contribute to the development of internal tools, methodologies, and analytical frameworks for energy storage.
* Support the establishment and management of strategic external partnerships to strengthen the overall service offering.
Market Intelligence
* Monitor regulatory change, emerging BESS markets, and technology innovation across Europe.
* Identify new business models, financing structures, and routes to market for energy storage projects.
Candidate Profile
* Master’s degree in engineering, energy, business, or a related discipline.
* 8+ years’ experience in renewable energy, with at least 3 years focused specifically on BESS in a commercial, strategic, or technical capacity.
* Proven track record in business development, client relationship management, and strategic advisory.
* Strong understanding of energy storage technologies (standalone, co-located, and hybrid) and their economic drivers, including revenue stacking.
* Experience in due diligence, asset management, or investor-facing advisory is advantageous.
* Excellent communication skills, with the credibility to operate at executive and board level.
* Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.