Posted: 5 February, 2026. Written by REAL
After an extensive recruitment process, market assurance provider Renewable Energy Assurance Ltd has appointed Jon Harley as their new Managing Director.
Jon brings an impressive track record to Renewable Energy Assurance, having held senior leadership roles at Gemserv (now Talan) where he was on their Board and spearheaded their energy delivery programmes and consultancy practice. Most recently, as GM of SSE Energy Solutions, he led major investments in energy infrastructure. Alongside his industry leadership, Jon has also coached senior leaders across well-known brands, supporting CEOs, board directors and executives to elevate their performance and impact.
A wholly owned yet independent subsidiary of the Renewable Energy Association, Renewable Energy Assurance operates 9 market schemes supporting the deployment of renewable energy and growing the circular economy.
Jon will lead Renewable Energy Assurance from 7 April and joins at an exciting time for the industry.
Philip Sellwood, Chair of Renewable Energy Assurance, said:
“I am pleased that Jon will be joining us as our MD. He brings a wealth of experience across the whole energy sector and I am certain that the entire Renewable Energy Assurance team will benefit from his leadership”.
Jon Harley, new Managing Director of Renewable Energy Assurance said:
“I’m delighted to be joining Renewable Energy Assurance and the wider REA Group. The organisation has a strong track record of delivering trust, confidence and clarity for consumers and businesses, and I see significant opportunity to build on this foundation — expanding our profile and impact across renewable energy and the circular economy in the years ahead.”