Taylor Hopkinson is supporting a leading international renewable energy platform in the identification of a Head of Development to lead and scale its utility-scale pipeline across Italy. The role is based in Rome and will be responsible for driving end-to-end development activities in Solar, Onshore Wind, and BESS.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the full development lifecycle of utility-scale renewable energy projects (Solar, Onshore Wind, BESS) across Italy. - Define and execute the national development strategy in alignment with broader European expansion plans. - Oversee permitting processes, environmental assessments, and grid connection applications. - Manage relationships with TSOs, DSOs, municipalities, regulatory bodies, and key external stakeholders. - Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing development team in Italy. - Coordinate with internal investment, engineering, legal, and finance teams to ensure project bankability. - Monitor market trends, regulatory changes, and auction mechanisms to optimise project positioning.



- Ensure projects meet internal investment criteria, risk frameworks, and ESG standards. - Support M&A; activities, including due diligence of development-stage assets and platforms.

Candidate Profile

- Proven track record in utility-scale renewable energy development (Solar, Wind, and/or BESS) in Italy. - Strong understanding of Italian permitting processes, grid connection frameworks, and regulatory environment. - Experience leading or scaling development teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. - Solid network within the Italian renewable energy ecosystem (authorities, consultants, land agents, utilities). - Commercial mindset with strong ability to balance technical, legal, and financial considerations. - Fluent in Italian and English. - Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in project development. - Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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📌 Head of Development (Madrid)
🏢 Taylor Hopkinson
📍 Madrid