Country Manager- Solar
Pubblicato il 16-09-2026 - Leap29 in Palombara Sabina
Our client is a leading international renewable energy platform seeking a Country Manager for Italy to lead the growth and development of its Italian business.
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The role combines country-level leadership with a strong focus on project origination, development, project management and M&A.; The successful candidate will be responsible for building the project pipeline, identifying investment opportunities, leading strategic transactions and overseeing projects through development and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Italian market strategy, business development and overall country performance.
- Originate and develop a pipeline of utility-scale solar and renewable energy projects.
- Build relationships with developers, investors, utilities, landowners, EPCs and other key stakeholders.
- Identify, evaluate and lead M&A;, acquisitions, JVs and strategic partnerships.
- Oversee projects from early-stage development through permitting,
grid connection and construction readiness.
- Lead project management across scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk.
- Provide technical and commercial oversight of projects and investment opportunities.
- Lead and develop the Italian team, working closely with European engineering, finance, legal, investment and development functions.
- Represent the business with senior external stakeholders and support investment and strategic decision-making.
Candidate Profile
- Senior experience within renewable energy / solar PV / energy infrastructure, ideally in Italy.
- Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
- Strong track record in project origination and development.
- Proven project management experience across complex renewable energy projects.
- Experience with M&A;, acquisitions, JVs or strategic transactions.
- Strong understanding of the Italian renewable energy, permitting and grid environment.
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