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Head of Asset Management – Solar PV / Onshore Wind / BESS – Leipzig, Germany- €Excellent + Benefits Package

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Head of Asset Management to oversee the efficient management and optimization of an extensive onshore wind, solar PV & BESS portfolio across Europe, with a base in Leipzig, Germany.

As the Head of Asset Management, you will be responsible for maximizing the financial performance and operational efficiency of European renewable energy assets, ensuring long-term sustainability and profitability.

You will lead strategic initiatives to enhance asset value, mitigate risk, and drive operational excellence. This is a key leadership position in a market-leading renewable energy business, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact in the growing wind energy sector.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the asset management team, ensuring best-in-class practices for managing renewable energy assets.
• Monitor and optimise the financial and technical performance of renewables projects by analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) and implementing corrective actions where needed.
• Work cross-functionally with project development, engineering, legal, and finance teams to ensure seamless project transitions and alignment throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including O&M providers, OEMs, technical consultants, and investors.
• Develop and implement effective risk management frameworks, ensuring appropriate insurance coverage and contingency planning to safeguard asset value.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, track financial performance, and identify cost optimisation opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics, remote monitoring tools, and emerging technologies to enhance asset efficiency.
• Stay current with regulatory changes, market developments, and innovations in onshore wind to maintain a competitive edge.
• Produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior leadership and external stakeholders, detailing asset performance, financial health, and key operational insights.

• Degree in engineering, business administration, renewable energy, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
• Extensive experience in asset management of onshore wind, solar or BESS within the renewable energy sector.
• Proven leadership ability with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets, reviewing financial statements, and ensuring strong ROI.
• Advanced analytical skills and ability to derive actionable insights from technical and financial data.
• Proficiency with industry-standard asset management systems and wind analytics platforms (e.g., SCADA, CMS).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in the European Renewable Energy market.
• A proactive, hands-on, and strategic mindset.

If you\'re passionate about Renewable Energy and ready to take a leading role in one of Europe\'s top renewable energy portfolios, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: kris.gittings@hunterphilips.com