Country Manager- Solar

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.

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.
• Established network across the Italian renewable energy market.
• Strong commercial, technical and negotiation skills.
• Experience