Our client is an international renewable energy developer with more than 1,000 employees worldwide, active across Europe as well as North and South America. As a full-service provider, they cover the entire value chain and also operate their own wind and PV parks.<\/p>\n
We are seeking a Managing Director for Italy<\/strong> to lead the next phase of growth: driving the greenfield development strategy, advancing the existing pipeline, scaling operations, and expanding the Italian team. The role covers the full project lifecycle\u2014from identifying suitable sites to ready-to-build status\u2014with a primary focus on PV and wind, and potential inclusion of battery storage.<\/p>\n This is a long-term leadership position, reflecting the company\u2019s long-term commitment to the Italian market.<\/p>\n Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n Lead the Italian subsidiary, overseeing all stages of greenfield project development (PV, wind, and potentially battery storage), while providing strategic direction.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Shape the local market strategy based on regulatory, commercial, and technological developments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Build, expand, and manage a renewable energy pipeline across Italy, delivering ready-to-build projects in line with agreed targets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Take full responsibility for project success including land acquisition, permitting, grid connection, financing, and sales.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Make strategic investment and development decisions, balancing technical, financial, legal, and environmental considerations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Proactively manage risks, ensuring timely identification and mitigation of potential issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Prepare and oversee business planning, budgeting, P&L, and financial reporting in collaboration with headquarters.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Monitor financial and non-financial KPIs to ensure continuous improvement and delivery of performance targets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Lead, mentor, and grow the Italian team, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and collaboration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Develop strong relationships with authorities, utilities, landowners, service providers, and other key stakeholders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Represent the company in Italy, strengthening market visibility and reputation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Act as the key communication link with headquarters and shareholders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Provide entrepreneurial input for new initiatives while operating within international corporate guidelines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Candidate Profile<\/strong><\/p>\n Experienced project developer or Head of Development with a strong track record in building and advancing renewable energy pipelines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Expertise in greenfield PV and wind development is essential; battery storage experience is a plus.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Excellent knowledge of the Italian renewables market, including permitting and grid processes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Commercially astute with project financing knowledge.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n University degree in a technical or commercial discipline preferred.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Proven leadership experience in managing teams or development functions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and grow a relatively new subsidiary.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Strong negotiation skills, particularly in project acquisitions, sales, and stakeholder engagement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Strong communication skills, fluent in Italian and English (German is a plus).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Stable career path with long-term commitment to leadership roles.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Willingness to travel regularly within Italy and occasionally to Germany.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Autonomy & Authority<\/strong><\/p>\n The Managing Director will have significant autonomy to lead and grow the Italian subsidiary.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Full responsibility for execution of the annual business plan and approved budget, including cash flow, hiring, and development spend.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Signing authority under local Italian legal entities, covering project agreements, employee contracts, and operational expenditures within agreed limits.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Our client is an international renewable energy developer with more than 1,000 employees worldwide, active across Europe as well as North and South America. As a full-service provider, they cover the entire value chain and also operate their own wind and PV parks. We are seeking a Managing Director for Italy to lead the next …<\/p>\n\n
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