Head of Commercialisation / PPA Origination

Leap29; Paris; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading international renewable energy IPP is looking for a Head of PPA Origination to lead the commercialization of power from its renewable energy portfolio. This role involves developing marketing strategies, negotiating contracts, and overseeing a growing team. Ideal candidates should have strong knowledge of electricity markets, excellent negotiation skills, and a degree from a top-tier institution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in European energy markets.
• Fluent in both French and English.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with teams on electricity marketing strategy.
• Negotiate aggregation contracts (PPAs) with counterparties.
• Build and manage the PPA Origination team.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Market Intelligence

Analytical Thinking

Formation

Degree from a top-tier engineering, business, or political science school

Description du poste

Head of PPA Origination – Renewable Energy | France

Location : France (Paris)

Contract Type : Permanent

Client : A leading international renewable energy IPP

Start Date : ASAP

My client is an independent French energy producer operating internationally across France, Europe, Latin America, the Indian Ocean, and Africa. With a team of 30 in France and around 120 employees worldwide, they develop, build, finance, and operate renewable energy projects across global markets.

The business is experiencing rapid international growth and is now looking to appoint a Head of PPA Origination / Commercialisation to support and lead the commercialisation of power from its expanding renewable energy portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development teams to determine the electricity marketing strategy for projects under development.
• Propose tailored PPA solutions for each project and context.
• Negotiate aggregation contracts (PPAs) or energy management service contracts with counterparties.
• Oversee the drafting of contracts in collaboration with the legal department.
• Monitor regulatory and legislative developments across key countries to inform commercial strategies.
• Contribute to deepening market intelligence related to renewable electricity production.
• Build and manage the PPA Origination team as the activity grows.
• In-depth knowledge of electricity markets, particularly in Europe.
• Strong legal and technical understanding of energy contracts.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proven leadership capability and a structured, analytical mindset.

Candidate Profile

• Degree from a top-tier engineering, business, or political science school.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in European energy markets.
• Fluent in both French and English .
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as required.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a solid grasp of power markets and a passion for clean energy, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape the commercial future of a growing global player in renewables. Please apply directly through the link or contact Georgia Sumnall : [emailprotected]