Senior Business Developer | Renewable Energy | Milan, ItalyAbout the role Brightsmith are partnering with a leading international IPP with the appointment of a Senior Business Developer to join their growing Italian team, based in Milan.This is a key role within the Italian development team, focused on expanding the company's onshore wind and solar PV portfolio. You will have exposure across the full project lifecycle, working closely with M&A;, Legal, Financing and EPC teams both in Italy and internationally.The role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence how projects are originated, acquired, structured and brought through to construction. Key responsibilities: Identify and originate new onshore wind and solar PV opportunities across ItalyScreen and evaluate the acquisition of attractive renewable energy projects at various stages of development - from greenfield to shovel-ready assetsAssess technical, regulatory and commercial viability and prepare investment analysesSupport the preparation of business plans with the M&A;, Financing and EPC departmentsSupport NBO and BO processes through to signing and closingPrepare investment memoranda and materials supporting senior/board-level investment decisionsSupport the negotiation of acquisition agreements alongside the Legal teamTake ownership of projects post-permitting through to FID and constructionCoordinate secondary permitting,



engineering studies, detailed design and EPC tenderingWork closely with Financing and EPC teams throughout the financial close, construction and COD processesThe ideal profileWe're looking for someone who combines renewable energy development expertise with strong commercial and deal-making capabilities.You should have:An MSc in Engineering, Economics, Finance or a related disciplineProven experience within the renewable energy sector4–5 years' hands-on experience in project valuation, M&A; and/or structuringStrong knowledge of the Italian renewable energy marketExperience with onshore wind and/or solar PVStrong negotiation, analytical and stakeholder-management skillsFluent Italian and EnglishThe ability to work effectively across Italian and international teamsWillingness to travel frequently, primarily within ItalyWhat's on offer?Genuine ownership across the full renewable energy project lifecycleThe opportunity to join a growing international renewable energy platformInternational and collaborative working environmentClose collaboration with international HQ across M&A;, Legal, Financing and EPCStrong opportunities for personal and professional developmentEmployee premio planCompetitive salary package based on experience and qualificationsIf interested, please reach out to [email protected] or apply.

📌 Principal Project Development Lead (Lombardia)
🏢 Brightsmith
📍 Lombardia