Senior Business Developer – Ground-Mounted Photovoltaics

Role Overview

• Contribute to the development strategy to grow and consolidate the solar project portfolio.
• Identify new partnership and co-development opportunities.
• Support the development of the project portfolio in France.
• Develop market diversification strategies and new technology initiatives.
• Monitor and coordinate partners and projects.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with partners and local authorities.
• Coordinate with internal teams (legal, finance, engineering).
• Track partner performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Evaluate and select project acquisition opportunities.
• Manage and contribute to the due diligence process (technical, financial and legal).
• Lead negotiations with partners and stakeholders.
• Conduct market and regulatory analyses on photovoltaics in France.
• Prepare investment memoranda and internal presentation materials.
• Attend industry events and meet with photovoltaic stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (or Engineering degree) in environmental engineering, renewable energy, spatial planning, geography, agriculture or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ proven experience in the acquisition or sale of ground-mounted photovoltaic and agrivoltaic projects, or in implementing successful co-development arrangements.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with strong confidence and persuasiveness.
• Deep knowledge of the ground-mounted and agrivoltaic PV market and its key players.
• Familiarity with permitting processes, land acquisition and grid connection procedures.
• Fluency in French and English (spoken and written); additional languages are an asset.
• Availability for travel and the ability to work independently, rigorously and responsibly.
• Strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic, operational approach.
• High resilience and aptitude for resolving complex issues in demanding regulatory and political environments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, comfortable engaging both local communities and senior leadership.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours – We trust our employees to organize their schedules and effectively balance work and personal life.
• Diversity & International – Join a truly international and inclusive team where diverse perspectives drive innovation.
• Competitive compensation – Your experience and skills will be recognized with remuneration aligned to your contributions and the market.
• Modern equipment – You will be provided with high-performance work tools, including a laptop and a company phone.
• Dynamic office environment – Work from our coworking offices located in a central, lively neighborhood that fosters creativity and collaboration.
• Tangible impact – Contribute directly to high-quality renewable energy projects across Europe, delivering measurable benefits for communities and the environment.
• Collaborative culture – Join a passionate, diverse team that values innovation, knowledge sharing and professional development.