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Recruitment Consultant at Hunter Philips Executive Search - Renewable Energy, Wind, Solar PV and Energy Storage
Location: Germany
Focus: Central and Eastern Europe
The Company:
A well-capitalised and rapidly expanding renewable energy platform is seeking a visionary Chief Development Officer to lead its strategic growth across Central and Eastern Europe. Headquartered in Germany and backed by long-term institutional investors, the company is actively developing a multi-GW portfolio with a primary focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), while also maintaining significant activities in solar PV and onshore wind. This is a rare opportunity to shape the development strategy of one of the region’s most dynamic clean energy players.
The Role:
* Define and execute the company’s development strategy across Central and Eastern Europe, aligning with long-term investment goals and growth plans.
* Lead high-level negotiations with institutional investors, landowners, regulators, and strategic partners to accelerate development and secure high-value assets.
* Oversee the full project lifecycle - from opportunity origination through permitting, financing, and construction readiness to operational handover.
* Build, lead, and mentor senior country-level development teams, fostering a high-performance, delivery-driven culture.
* Collaborate closely with the CEO, CFO, and COO to ensure seamless alignment between development, technology, operations, and finance.
The Person:
* 10+ years of senior-level experience in renewable energy project development, with a proven track record in BESS, solar PV, and/or onshore wind.
* Strong leadership in managing multi-country portfolios and engaging directly with institutional investors, government agencies, and grid operators.
* Commercially astute, with the ability to navigate complex regulatory and political landscapes across multiple jurisdictions.
* Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and C-level communication skills.
* Fluent in both German & English; other regional languages are an asset.
If you're ready to shape the future of clean energy in Central and Eastern Europe from a strategic leadership position in Germany, we’d love to hear from you - apply now to join this ambitious journey.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Business Development and Project Management
* Industries
Services for Renewable Energy
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