Gobal Head of Development

2 months ago


London, United Kingdom EEW Eco Energy World Full time

Job Description

Global Head of Development (Solar & BESS)

EEW Eco Energy World (‘EEW’), founded by entrepreneur Svante Kumlin is an independent global pure-play renewable energy projects developer, historically focusing on utility-scale solar photovoltaic (‘PV’) projects, having expanded recently to solar plus battery storage systems (‘BESS’) projects and currently also targeting servicing the green hydrogen industry. Since 2012, EEW has developed 22 solar PV projects totalling approximately 1.6 GW across UK, Australia and Spain.

With solar forecasted to increase 20 times within the next 30 years and renewable energy to contribute 90% of all world energy by 2050, we are well positioned to capitalise on this growth. By joining the EEW team, you will be part of the “change” needed for the energy transition for a more sustainable future.

We pride ourselves for our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation and making the world a better place.

What you will do

EEW is currently seeking a Global Head of Development to lead our dynamic team based in London and coordinate development activities in four additional countries: Spain, Italy, Sweden and Australia. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in guiding the development teams, shaping business strategies, and ensuring the successful execution of projects in the renewable energy sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead and guide the development teams in all countries.
  • Implement effective coordination strategies for seamless collaboration and conduct regular team reviews to provide constructive feedback.
  • Regularly report development activities, progress, and challenges to the top management, maintaining clear communication lines with international teams to offer valuable insights during strategic planning sessions.
  • Develop and execute business strategies customized for the market conditions and regulatory landscapes of each country, ensuring synergy with the company's vision.
  • Implement and monitor KPIs for team and project performance. Conduct periodic strategy reviews to identify areas for enhancement and adjustment in line with evolving market conditions.
  • Build and maintain an extensive business network with partners crucial for project development in different regions.
  • Negotiate and manage co-development agreements, supporting due diligence processes before acquiring projects or pipelines.
  • Support companys' M&A activities.

Experience and background required:

  • Degree-qualified with +5 years’ experience in solar, BESS, wind or other power generation sectors.
  • Strong understanding and hands-on experience with the development process of renewable energy projects.
  • Strong understanding of solar technology and its impact on project feasibility and performance.
  • Successfully managed and aligned international teams, ensuring consistency in operations and achieving collective goals

General skills:

  • Excellent communication skills with an ability to relate to all levels and demonstrated experience in building relationships across a broad range of key stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage workloads, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  • High degree of independence and integrity.
  • Flexibility to travel and work at assigned locations is required.

Why you will want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter.

Be you

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.

Be responsible

Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and

promote biodiversity.

Be recognised

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, pension, and other local benefits.

Be inspired

Join an agile and very entrepreneurial, international team working across 3 continents with offices in London, Madrid, Malmoe, Monaco and Sydney, to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems, and biodiversity across the world.

Our core values

EEW genuinely cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible, and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.

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