Head of Origination

HEAD OF ORIGINATION – LAND ACQUISITION (RENEWABLE ENERGY)

I'm currently working with a leading renewable energy developer based in Milan that’s looking to hire a Head of Origination to lead the acquisition of land for large-scale renewable energy projects across Italy.

The company has been active in the Italian renewables market for over a decade, with operations spanning planning, development, construction, and operation of solar PV, wind, and BESS (battery storage) assets. With over 2.5GW in the pipeline and backing from top-tier European banks, they are scaling rapidly and investing heavily in long-term growth.

What’s on offer :

Strategic leadership role in land origination

80k–€90k salary (based on experience)

Opportunity to shape national origination strategy

Strong, well-capitalised platform with long-term vision

Key responsibilities :

Lead origination and acquisition of land for utility-scale renewable energy projects

Develop and manage relationships with landowners, brokers, and local stakeholders

Oversee internal origination team and external partners

Evaluate and prioritise high-potential areas based on grid access and permitting feasibility

Collaborate with development, legal, and technical teams to bring sites through early-stage milestones

Contribute to broader commercial and strategic decisions across the Italy pipeline

Strong track record in land origination for renewables in Italy

Excellent network of land agents and brokers

Understanding of local regulations, land rights, and environmental considerations

Commercial mindset with strategic leadership capabilities

Fluency in Italian and solid command of English

If you're looking to take on a leadership role with real impact in Italy’s energy transition — and join a stable, well-funded developer — this could be the right move.

Drop me a message or email for a confidential discussion.