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Solar Team Lead

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Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides 100% renewable electricity solutions

Energy

Senior, Expert

Brighton, UK

Position requires onsite presence in Brighton, UK.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Management
Customer Service
Requirements
  • Proven track record of managing a B2C internal (phone based) team is a must
  • A ruthless focus on performance development, team management and continuous improvement
  • Previous sales management experience within a B2C consultative environment would be great along with a strong passion for energy technology and decarbonisation
  • A ruthless focus on the customer with a genuine passion for going above and beyond for customers
  • An ability to show a completer finisher mentality and an understanding of processes as a whole being able to see the why behind each section of the business and how that creates the entire vision
  • A start up / entrepreneurial mind-set being able to adjust to change and keep up with a fast moving business
  • Able to develop a base technical product knowledge to support how we will help our customers navigate to achieve low carbon energy use in their homes, through our products
  • A background or interest in Solar would be ideally but not essential
Responsibilities
  • Manage your sales team to identify and win new business with customers
  • Distribute and manage sales leads across the team and ensure these are managed in a timely manner
  • Ensure the team are diligently developing sales pipelines with customers - from lead through to delivery, meeting (and ideally exceeding) targets set
  • Implement a performance management culture and routine within the team to unleash their full potential through regular 1:1s, coaching, setting stretching objectives and providing regular feedback on performance against these objectives.
  • Recruiting and growing your team for success
  • Forecasting team performance
  • Ensuring we provide outstanding customer service, facilitating the recording of customer satisfaction and sharing best practice measures
  • Support the team in spreading the word about new products
  • Collaborate with other sales team managers to share best practices and develop consistent approach to drive performance across all teams

Octopus Energy provides 100% renewable electricity sourced from solar, wind, and water, offering smart tariffs for smart meters, including intelligent electric vehicle charging and off-peak electricity options. The company is dedicated to advancing transformative technologies to drive renewable energy adoption and reduce global dependence on fossil fuels.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

40%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Octopus Energy's rapid growth and valuation increase to $9 billion reflect strong investor confidence and market leadership.
  • The company's initiatives in green technology and renewable energy investments offer employees the chance to work on cutting-edge, impactful projects.
  • Partnerships with global entities like Energisa and Tech Nation provide opportunities for international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

What critics are saying

  • The energy sector's volatility, as seen with the Bulb Energy acquisition, could pose financial risks despite current successes.
  • Rapid expansion and numerous partnerships may strain resources and operational capacity, potentially impacting service quality.

What makes Octopus Energy unique

  • Octopus Energy leverages its proprietary Kraken technology platform to optimize energy usage and integrate renewable assets, setting it apart from traditional energy providers.
  • The company's focus on innovative green solutions, such as the 'Zero Bills' homes and electric aircraft charging, demonstrates a commitment to sustainability that few competitors match.
  • Strategic partnerships and acquisitions, like the takeover of Bulb Energy and collaboration with Energisa, expand Octopus Energy's global footprint and influence.