Head of Origination
Descrizione dell'offerta
HEAD OF ORIGINATION – LAND ACQUISITION (RENEWABLE ENERGY)
Milan (Hybrid – 3 days per week)
€80,000 – €90,000 base salary
I'm currently working with a leading renewable energy developer based in Milan that’s looking to hire a Head of Origination to lead the acquisition of land for large-scale renewable energy projects across Italy.
The company has been active in the Italian renewables market for over a decade, with operations spanning planning, development, construction, and operation of solar PV, wind, and BESS (battery storage) assets. With over 2.5GW in the pipeline and backing from top-tier European banks, they are scaling rapidly and investing heavily in long-term growth.
What’s on offer:
- Strategic leadership role in land origination
- €80k–€90k salary (based on experience)
- 3-day hybrid working model in Milan
- Opportunity to shape national origination strategy
- Strong, well-capitalised platform with long-term vision
Key responsibilities:
- Lead origination and acquisition of land for utility-scale renewable energy projects
- Develop and manage relationships with landowners, brokers, and local stakeholders
- Oversee internal origination team and external partners
- Evaluate and prioritise high-potential areas based on grid access and permitting feasibility
- Collaborate with development, legal, and technical teams to bring sites through early-stage milestones
- Contribute to broader commercial and strategic decisions across the Italy pipeline
Ideal candidate:
- Strong track record in land origination for renewables in Italy
- Excellent network of land agents and brokers
- Understanding of local regulations, land rights, and environmental considerations
- Commercial mindset with strategic leadership capabilities
- Fluency in Italian and solid command of English
If you're looking to take on a leadership role with real impact in Italy’s energy transition — and join a stable, well-funded developer — this could be the right move.
Drop me a message or email for a confidential discussion.