Head of Development

As Head of Wind Development, you'll lead a talented team of project development professionals and play a key role in shaping the companies renewable strategy. From securing land and managing permits to steering complex stakeholder relationships, you'll turn ideas into impactful, sustainable projects that power a greener tomorrow.

⚡ What you'll do

• Build, lead, and empower a team of wind project development experts.

• Drive strategic alignment across the full wind project lifecycle - from concept to commissioning.

• Oversee project identification, land acquisition, planning, and permitting processes.

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners - landowners, municipalities, and authorities.

• Support contract negotiations and land securing with the acquisition team.

• Monitor project progress and adjust strategies to achieve key milestones and goals.

What you bring

• A degree in geography, urban planning, engineering, business, or a related field - or equivalent vocational training with relevant experience.

• Proven track record in renewable energy, ideally wind development.

• Leadership experience and a passion for motivating and developing teams.

• Strong organizational, negotiation, and project management skills.

• Excellent communication in German and good command of English.

• A proactive, resilient, and entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative spirit.

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.