Job Title: Renewable Energy Business Development Leader - Battery Storage
Location: Milan, Italy
Who are we recruiting for? We are on the hunt for a successful and motivated Renewable Energy Business Development Leader on behalf of our client, a global leader in the battery storage sector. This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished professional to join a vibrant and growing team dedicated to advancing the renewable energy landscape across Europe.
What will you be doing? As a Renewable Energy Business Development Leader, you will be:
Originating and managing large-scale Battery Storage and Solar-plus-Storage project development opportunities, ensuring site control, interconnection, and permitting processes are successfully navigated. Directing project development activities to achieve Notice to Proceed (NTP) status by leading relationships with developers, authorities, landowners, grid operators, offtakers, and advisors. Leading commercial negotiations and deal structuring for project acquisitions or partnership agreements, such as Development Services Agreements or Joint Development Agreements. Coordinating with cross-functional teams, including Legal, Technical Solution, Finance, and Project Delivery, to ensure project success. Driving financial modeling efforts to assess and optimize project economics. Prospecting and securing greenfield and brownfield sites for future development. Staying informed on market developments, industry policies, and regulations to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities. Are you the ideal candidate? You are the ideal candidate if you have:
A strong track record of successfully negotiating and closing commercial transactions with stakeholders such as Landlords, Developers, Utilities, Technical Advisors, Regulatory Agencies, and Offtakers. A BS degree (MBA or relevant master's degree preferred). Deep knowledge of the Solar/Storage industry, including regional regulations and market mechanisms. Experience in areas like IPP project acquisition, community solar, national and regional grid analysis, multinational environments, legal frameworks, and full-cycle development is highly desirable. What's in it for you? Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses. Significant opportunities for career growth within a global leader in renewable energy. Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and childcare vouchers. A dynamic and supportive company culture that values innovation and sustainability. The chance to lead groundbreaking projects that contribute to the global transition to clean energy. Who are we? Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.
