Head of Sales - Northern Europe

Job Ref: HP-3181

Copenhagen, Denmark
Competitive
Permanent

The Company

Hunter Philips is partnering with a rapidly growing international technology business delivering innovative solutions to the renewable energy sector.

With an established presence across Europe and international markets, the company combines advanced technology, digital solutions and specialist engineering services to support the performance, reliability and operational efficiency of renewable energy assets.

The business is entering an exciting phase of international expansion, investing in new markets, strengthening its regional operations and developing its commercial presence across Northern Europe.

This presents an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation with an established customer base, innovative technology portfolio and significant plans for continued growth.


The Opportunity


We are seeking an experienced Head of Sales, Northern Europe to take ownership of commercial growth across the region, reporting directly to the CEO.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the regional sales strategy, expanding relationships with key customers and establishing new business opportunities across the renewable energy sector.

This is a commercially focused leadership position offering considerable autonomy and the opportunity to play an important role in shaping the company's international growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute the sales and business development strategy across Northern Europe, driving revenue growth and market expansion.
  • Identify and secure new business opportunities with renewable energy asset owners, operators, OEMs and service providers.
  • Build and maintain senior relationships with strategic customers and industry partners.
  • Take ownership of regional sales targets, pipeline development, forecasting and commercial performance.
  • Lead complex technical sales processes, from initial engagement through to contract negotiation and closing.
  • Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies, services and solutions to existing and prospective customers.
  • Support the development of regional operations and commercial infrastructure as the business expands.
  • Work closely with international leadership, engineering, operations and technical teams to ensure customer requirements are met.
  • Represent the business at industry exhibitions, conferences and strategic customer meetings.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Proven experience in a Head of Sales, Sales Director, Regional Sales Manager or senior business development position.
  • Strong commercial background within onshore or offshore wind, renewable energy services, asset management or industrial technology.
  • Established relationships with wind farm owners, operators, OEMs, IPPs and renewable energy developers across Northern Europe.
  • Demonstrable success in winning new business, developing strategic accounts and expanding into new markets.
  • Experience selling technical solutions, specialist services or technology-led offerings into the renewable energy sector.
  • Strong understanding of the commercial and operational challenges facing renewable energy asset owners and operators.
  • Entrepreneurial and commercially driven, with the ability to operate independently in a growing international business.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluent English, with additional European languages advantageous.


Based in Denmark or the UK, with flexibility to travel internationally.

Emily Barham
Emily Barham

Principal Recruitment Consultant

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