Senior Business Development
Pubblicato il 18-10-2026 - SOUTH POLE in Lombardia
South Pole is a global climate solutions company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a climate‑smart society. Since 2006, we've turned climate action into real‑world impact — developing and financing emission‑reduction projects, advising organizations on their path to net‑zero carbon emissions, and building one of the world's largest portfolios of carbon and renewable energy projects.
From our roots as an ETH Zurich spin‑off to teams across the globe, we work with Fortune 500 companies, governments, foundations and NGOs to tackle the climate challenge from every angle: carbon finance, renewable energy, sustainable land use, climate strategy and beyond.
Join us and help build a more sustainable future — one project, one partnership, one climate solution at a time.
The role:
South Pole’s Southern Europe (SEU) Sales team supports clients and prospects across Italy and the wider SEU region in advancing their corporate climate journey towards net‑zero carbon emissions. As a Senior Business Development & Key Account Manager in Italy,
you will be responsible for driving South Pole’s growth in the Italian market. You will act as the primary interface for strategic clients, fostering long‑term relationships while identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities. You will collaborate closely with our global and regional sustainability experts to deliver tailor‑made, high‑impact climate solutions (carbon accounting, target setting, decarbonization roadmaps, and environmental certificates).
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
Business Development:
- Lead regional business development activities to expand South Pole’s market position in Italy, in alignment with the SEU regional go‑to‑market strategy.
- Proactively identify and cultivate relationships with new strategic prospects, building a robust pipeline of climate‑related opportunities.
- Develop and execute compelling, customized commercial proposals by working cross‑functionally with consultants and product ex