Country Manager - Italy - Renewables

Hunter Philips Executive Search; Milano; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading renewable energy firm in Italy is seeking a Country Manager to lead Project Development and Construction for utility-scale renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in project development, strong stakeholder management abilities, and the capacity to lead a high-performing team. Fluency in Italian and English is essential for this role, offering significant career advancement opportunities in a dynamic sector.

Competenze

• 5+ years experience in Project Development or Construction of Utility Scale Solar PV or Onshore Wind projects.
• Ability to develop a ready-to-build pipeline in Italy.
• Strong network of Developers, EPCs, OEMs, Government, and Financial Institutions.

Mansioni

• Drive the development and construction of renewable energy project portfolio.
• Support executive leadership in defining and executing business roadmap strategy.
• Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships.

Conoscenze

Project Development

Construction of Utility Scale Solar PV

Commercial Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Bilingual (Italian & English)

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or Law

Descrizione del lavoro

Country Manager – Italy – Renewables

Are you a seasoned renewables leader with strong experience in the Development & Construction of large-scale renewable energy projects in Italy? Are you looking to lead the Italian organisation for a dynamic business at the forefront of the green transition? If so, we have the position for you!

The Company

A leading global Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer (IPP) with 200+ employees, 2GW+ of installed capacity globally. As the portfolio expands, so does its ambition to achieve significant year-on-year growth. As part of ongoing investment into high focus markets and the need to drive Development & Construction of existing secured pipeline, whilst originating new projects, they are looking to secure a Country Manager / Managing Director in Italy to join their High Performing Executive Management Team.

The Role

As Country Manager - Italy, you will be responsible for leading the group’s Project Development, M&A, and Construction activities for Utility Scale Renewables Power Plants. Some duties will include:

• Drive the development and construction of a large, multi-technology, renewable energy project portfolio
• Support the executive leadership in defining and executing the business's 3 to 5 year roadmap strategy in Italy
• Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships with DNOs, TSOs, OEMs, and EPCs
• Be the face of the business in Italy by attending events, and leading relationships with local & national government, as well as industry bodies
• Mentor and lead a high performing team
• Take a leading role in commercial negotiations, lobbying, and brand engagement
• Progression to European Regional Director or similar global strategic role in 2 to 3 years

The Person:

The successful candidate will likely have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or Law
• 5+ years experience in Project Development or Construction of Utility Scale Solar PV or Onshore Wind projects
• Proven ability to develop a ready-to-build pipeline in Italy
• The ability to recruit, lead, and drive results from a high-performing team
• A strong ability to operate at all levels, right up to Board Level Management
• A strong network of Developers, EPCs, OEMs, Government, and Financial Institutions
• A strong commercial acumen with proven experience in Legal, Contractual, and Project Finance. PPAs are also advantageous
• Be able to solve complex problems, engage, lead, motivate, and inspire teams to success
• Speak Italian and English

Due to the dynamic growth and increased focus in Italy, your progression opportunities will be limited only by your desire to succeed, with a real opportunity to take on a Regional Director or similar role in 3 - 5 years.

If you are looking for a broad and challenging role with prospects to match, make your application without delay.

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