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Head of Development

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

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the end-to-end development of renewable energy projects throughout 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.