London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Job Title Senior Development Manager Department Development UK Reporting to Head of Business Development UK About Lightsource bp We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewab…
Skills: Solar Development, BESS Development, Financial Modelling, Project Finance, Land Rights Negotiation
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Job Title: Principal Planner (Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects) Department: Environmental & Social Planning Reporting to: Head of Environmental & Social Planning, UK & Ireland Location: London, UK About Lig…
Skills: TCPA Experience, NSIP Experience, Planning Act 2008, Environmental Permitting, Project Management
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way…
Skills: Payroll Management, EMEA Payroll Regulations, Vendor Management, Tax Compliance, Data Analysis
Brisbane, California, United States · Hybrid
$160k–$180k/yr
Senior Manager, Structured Finance Department: Structured Finance Reporting to: VP/Director, Structured Finance Location:Hybrid — based in Austin, Denver, or San Francisco. Remote employees will not be considered. About …
Skills: Financial Modeling, Excel, Project Finance, Tax Equity, Construction Financing
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Job Title : Commercial Operations Senior Lead, Global Power Markets Department: Global Power Markets Reporting to: Global Chief Commercial Officer Location: London, UK About Lightsource bp We are Lightsource bp – and we’…
Skills: Commercial strategy, Business management, Power markets, Strategic initiatives, Stakeholder management
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Job Title : Commercial Operations Senior Lead, Global Power Markets Department: Global Power Markets Reporting to: Global Chief Commercial Officer Location: London, UK About Lightsource bp We are Lightsource bp – and we’…
Skills: Commercial Strategy, Business Management, Power Markets, Stakeholder Management, Financial Analysis
Denver, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
$105k–$145k/yr
Senior Cyber Security Specialist — Denver, Colorado (Hybrid) Location: Denver, CO Work Model: Hybrid — Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office; Monday and Friday remote Lightsource bp is seeking a Senior Cyber Security S…
Skills: Cyber security, IT infrastructure, Operational technology, Vulnerability management, Threat detection
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
We are Lightsource bp – and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way…
Skills: Financial Reporting, Team Leadership, Tax Compliance, GST Knowledge, Project Finance
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
We are Lightsource bp – and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way…
Skills: Threat Detection, Incident Response, Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, KQL Query Writing
Brisbane, California, United States · Hybrid
$170k–$190k/yr
Director, Procurement (Americas) Department: Procurement Reports to: Vice President, Procurement (Americas) Location: Denver, CO | Austin, TX | San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) About Lightsource bp Lightsource bp is a global l…
Skills: Strategic Procurement, Commercial Negotiation, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Global Sourcing
Brisbane, California, United States · Hybrid
$160k–$180k/yr
Senior Manager, Investment Management Lightsource bp | Denver, CO or Austin, TX | Hybrid Department: Finance | Reports to: Head of Regional Finance, US About Lightsource bp Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore re…
Skills: Project Finance, Renewable Energy Investment, Covenant Management, Financial Modeling, Stakeholder Management
Brisbane, California, United States · Hybrid
$160k–$180k/yr
Senior Manager, Investment Management Lightsource bp | Denver, CO or Austin, TX | Hybrid Department: Finance | Reports to: Head of Regional Finance, US About Lightsource bp Lightsource bp is a global leader in onshore re…
Skills: Financial Modelling, VBA, Power Query, Power BI, Project Finance
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way…
Skills: SOX Compliance, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Risk Management, Internal Audit
London, England, United Kingdom · On-site
We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way…
Skills: ArcGIS Pro, ArcSDE, Portal for ArcGIS, Geospatial Analysis, Remote Sensing
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil · On-site
Job Title: Senior Finance Analyst Department: Finance Reporting to: Maíra Barile Location: Sao Paolo, Brazil We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our…
Skills: Advanced Excel, Asset Depreciation Calculation, Revenue Recognition, Brazilian Tax Law, Treasury
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
_ Job Description Job Title Senior Contract Manager, APAC Department Tender and Contracts APAC Location APAC – Sydney Reporting to Head of Tender and Contracts - APAC About Lightsource bp We are Lightsource bp – and we’r…
Skills: Commercial Negotiation, Contract Drafting, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Management, EPC Contract Structures
Berlin, Germany · Remote OK
Stellenbezeichnung: Senior Projektleiter (m/w/d) Batteriespeicher und Freiflächensolaranlagen Abteilung: Projektentwicklung Standort: Berlin Reportet an: Head of Business Development, Germany Wir sind Lightsource bp – ei…
Skills: Project Development, Stakeholder Management, Budget Optimization, Market Analysis, M&A Identification
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Executive Assistant & Corporate Services Manager APAC Reporting to: COO What You’ll Do (The Role) Summary You will provide comprehensive administrative, organisational, and office support to the Chief Operating Officer (…
Skills: Executive Support, Diary Management, Travel Coordination, Facilities Management, Event Planning
Brisbane, California, United States · Hybrid
$140k–$160k/yr
Manager, Operational SCADA Department: U.S. Transmission & Grid Interconnection Reporting to: Director, HV and Technical Services Location: Hybrid – Denver, CO | Austin, TX | San Francisco, CA Work Arrangement: This posi…
Skills: SCADA Systems, Industrial Networking, Operational Technology, Cybersecurity, Telemetry Systems
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Manage a pipeline of solar and energy storage projects from early stages through to financial close. Coordinate cross-functional workstreams and manage relationships with landowners, grid operators, and internal executives to ensure project bankability.
Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in Solar and BESS development with a strong track record of closing deals. Essential knowledge includes land rights agreements, UK DNOs, and project finance modelling.
Job Title
Senior Development Manager
Department
Development UK
Reporting to
Head of Business Development UK
About Lightsource bp
We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
What you’ll do (the role)
Summary
In this role, you’ll bring the necessary expertise and relevant industry contacts to contribute to the rapid growth of our UK and Ireland Development operations.
You will autonomously manage a pipeline of projects from an early stage through to financial close, ensuring they are bankable and ready for investment in line with business targets. Alongside project development, you’ll manage, create and update processes that benefit the team and business, taking initiative to improve Lightsource bp’s efficiency, productivity and competitive edge
Core Responsibilities
Who we’re looking for
Knowledge
Qualifications
Experience
Why you’ll make a great member of the team
Personal qualities
Why you’ll want to work for us
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Our culture is driven by our core values – from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other local benefits.
Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project, or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few.
Our core values
Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
https://www.lightsourcebp.com/careers/
Why you’ll want to stay with us
At Lightsource bp, you’ll work within agile, cross-functional teams where diverse perspectives come together. Our culture embraces open knowledge sharing and collaboration, empowering you to learn from others and accelerate progress collectively.
Your career growth is our priority and a shared journey. We are committed to developing talent from within and prepare you for career advancement so you can shape a fulfilling and lasting journey here.
In today’s fast-changing world, a learning mindset is essential and therefore we proactively support upskilling to help you push your skill boundaries and stay ahead in your field, so you can not only keep pace with change but confidently shape a brighter future.
#WeAreLightsourcebp – our vision is to advance onshore renewable energy and battery storage as a top IPP.
Lightsource bp is working to support a future powered by renewable, affordable and reliable energy that benefits our partners, people and planet. As a leading global IPP, we are focused on meeting the energy needs of our customers and supporting a diversified energy mix. Our global track record, combined with our local expertise in the development, construction management and operation of utility-scale onshore solar, wind and battery storage systems, allows us to drive the sustainable growth and value of our project pipelines and portfolios. We work with investors, businesses, utilities, governments, landowners and communities to provide flexible, hybrid and affordable energy solutions. At Lightsource bp, we are well positioned to deliver value-driven onshore renewable projects that support the global energy transition. Discover more about us at www.lightsourcebp.com #WeAreLightsourcebp
Offices: 7th Floor, 33 Holborn, London, London EC1N 2HU, GB
#WeAreLightsourcebp – our vision is to advance onshore renewable energy and battery storage as a top IPP.
Lightsource bp is working to support a future powered by renewable, affordable and reliable energy that benefits our partners, people and planet. As a leading global IPP, we are focused on meeting the energy needs of our customers and supporting a diversified energy mix. Our global track record, combined with our local expertise in the development, construction management and operation of utility-scale onshore solar, wind and battery storage systems, allows us to drive the sustainable growth and value of our project pipelines and portfolios. We work with investors, businesses, utilities, governments, landowners and communities to provide flexible, hybrid and affordable energy solutions. At Lightsource bp, we are well positioned to deliver value-driven onshore renewable projects that support the global energy transition. Discover more about us at www.lightsourcebp.com #WeAreLightsourcebp
Offices: 7th Floor, 33 Holborn, London, London EC1N 2HU, GB
