Head of Development

Senior Consultant I Italy Onshore Renewables

Taylor Hopkinson is recruiting a Head of Development to oversee and expand its project pipeline in Italy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end‑to‑end development of renewable energy projects across Italy (permitting, financing, construction).
• Shape and implement the strategic roadmap for the Italian market in alignment with global business priorities.
• Lead, support, and scale the Italian development team, fostering a high‑performance culture and ensuring consistent project delivery standards.
• Act as the company's senior representative in Italy, engaging with institutions, industry associations, events, conferences, and other external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of hands‑on experience in renewable energy project development, with significant exposure to the Italian market.
• Robust understanding of national permitting procedures, regulatory requirements, and the broader legislative environment influencing renewable projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and negotiate effectively with authorities, landowners, and partners.
• Full professional proficiency in both Italian and English, written and spoken.

Employment type: Full‑time

Seniority level: Director