Country Manager

Green Recruitment Company; Thüringen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading renewable energy firm seeks a Country Manager to lead project development activities in Germany. The role involves managing site acquisition, permitting, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates should possess over 15 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, with strong leadership and negotiation skills. Fluency in German and English is required, along with the ability to travel regularly within Germany. A competitive executive compensation package is offered, including performance-based bonuses and mobility allowances.

Leistungen

Performance-based annual bonus

Company car or mobility allowance

Long-term incentive/equity components

Qualifikationen

• 15+ years of experience in the renewable energy sector.
• Experience with senior project development or country management.
• Strong understanding of grid connection and planning procedures.

Aufgaben

• Lead and develop the German project development organization.
• Oversee site identification, assessment, and land acquisition for projects.
• Manage interactions with grid operators and ensure compliance.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Negotiation

Site acquisition

Regulatory expertise

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Ausbildung

Degree in Engineering or Renewable Energy

Degree in Environmental Science or Business Administration

Jobbeschreibung

Role Overview

I am supporting a confidential international renewable energy developer in their search for an experienced Country Manager to lead project development activities in Germany. The company develops large-scale solar PV, wind, and battery storage (BESS) projects across several European markets.

Role Overview

The Country Manager will be responsible for the overall management and execution of project development activities in Germany, from site identification through to ready-to-build status. The role includes team leadership, stakeholder management, and alignment with group-level strategic objectives. The position reports directly to the Group CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the German project development organisation.

• Oversee site identification, assessment, and land acquisition for solar, BESS, and hybrid projects.

• Manage grid connection processes and interactions with grid operators.

• Build and maintain relationships with authorities, municipalities, consultants, and external partners.

• Ensure all permitting, planning, and land securing activities are completed according to regulatory requirements.

• Oversee budgeting, reporting, and project delivery to the RTB stage.

• Represent the organisation in local and regional negotiations and public settings.

• Support activities related to financing, PPAs, and the transfer or sale of ready-to-build assets.

Candidate Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field.

• 15+ years of experience in the renewable energy sector, including senior project development or country management responsibilities.

• Demonstrated expertise in site acquisition, permitting, and regulatory processes in Germany.

• Strong understanding of grid connection and planning procedures.

• Proven leadership and negotiation capabilities.

• Fluent in German and English.

• Regular travel within Germany is required.

Team Structure

• Direct leadership of approx. 20 employees, expanding to 25 by 2026.

• Oversight of project development, land acquisition, permitting, GIS, and office/portfolio management functions.

• Matrix collaboration with legal and grid engineering teams.

Compensation

A competitive executive compensation package is offered, including:

• Senior-level base salary

• Performance-based annual bonus

• Project-based incentive scheme

• Long-term incentive/equity components (subject to company programme)

• Company car or mobility allowance