PstrongJob Title /strong: Business Development Manager /ppstrongDepartment /strong: Business Development, Italy /ppstrongReporting to: /strongSenior Development Manager /ppstrongLocation: /strongMilan, Italy /ppstrongAbout Lightsource bp /strong /ppWe are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development. /ppFor over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise. /ppOur growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security. /ppLightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. /ppstronguWhat You’ll do (the role) /u /strong /ppstrongSummary /strong /ppInside the Business Development unit will give support to all activities for both securing the pipeline growth according to company targets, and bringing projects through the acquisition, filing stages and then to the Ready To Build status, through Financial Close and Construction/Operation. /ppWill also regularly report and update projects authorization timeline, environmental issues/solutions, liquidity prospects and budgeting through the proper company IT platform. /ppstrongDuties and responsibilities /strong /pulliCoordinate with internal support functions (Legal, Grid, Commercial Engineering, Power Markets, Planning, Structured Finance) and eventually external advisors in the evaluating of greenfield and/or Co-Dev opportunities, both within PV and BESS market, to secure a pipeline growth aligned with yearly company targets. /liliSupport and coordination of third-party developers or service providers in activities for issuing the application of the projects to relevant authorities and then obtaining legal authorizations for the installation and operation of ground mounted photovoltaic plants and BESS units. /liliSupport and coordination of third-party developers and internal support functions in activities for integrating documents and giving feedback to Authorities during the permitting process. /liliSupport and coordination with the team in the updating and transmission to the top-management of forecasting dashboards of permitting processes (timeline, budgeting, cash flow forecasts, financial impacts of potential unforeseen factors) /liliSupport and coordination of third-party developers and local authorities in managing environmental mitigation propositions and related issues. /liliDirect interface both with the competent authorities and entities involved in the project authorizations, and with all the stakeholders (including municipalities and landowners). /liliSupport to other teams in MA deals or disputes, both technically and through financial models management. /liliSupport for business lines in managing technical due diligence activities. /li /ulpstronguWho we’re looking for /u /strong /ppstrongKnowledge /strong /pulliGeneral Knowledge of current regulation framework in Italian PV and BESS Market. /liliExcellent knowledge of all both greenfield development and co-development processes /liliCapability in reflecting assumptions changes into financial model analysis /liliExcellent knowledge of English language /liliCapability in constrains analysis for PV sites and GIS environment knowledge will be a plus /li /ulpstrongQualifications /strong /pulliFive-year degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification /li /ulpstrongExperience /strong /pulli5+ years’ experience as Business Development Manager in the PV market /liliHaving Business Development experience in the BESS market will be a plus /liliExperience and interpersonal skills in managing relations with public organizations /li /ulpstronguWhy you’ll make a great member of the team /u /strong /ppstrongPersonal qualities /strong /pulliGoal-oriented /liliCapable of working under pressure and meeting strict deadlines /liliStrong organizational and leadership skills /liliAble to collaborate effectively with other teams, including Grid, Legal, and Commercial Engineering /liliEntrepreneurial mindset /li /ulpstronguWhy you’ll want to work for us /u /strong /ppOur company is a place where you can be yourself and grow – a place where your ideas and opinions matter. /ppstrongBe you /strong /ppWe pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect. /ppstrongBe responsible /strong /ppOur culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity. /ppstrongBe recognised /strong /ppAlongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits. /ppstrongBe inspired /strong /ppJoin an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world. /ppstrongOur core values /strong /ppLightsource bp truly 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. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr