head of development & licensing

Currently we are searching to hire a Head of Licensing who will be responsible  for leading a multidisciplinary team , ensuring all renewable energy projects comply with permitting, environmental and regulatory frameworks.

During your day you will:

• Lead and develop a team of experienced Engineers by setting priorities, allocating resources effectively, defining KPIs and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of all permitting and licensing activities.

• Act as  the primal liaison with national and regional authorities, environmental agencies and grid operators to secure permits and resolve regulatory challenges efficiently.

• Ensure full environmental compliance across the operating portfolio by coordinating with O&M teams on the implementation and update of Environmental Terms Approval and monitoring obligations.

• Monitor legislative, planning and grid-policy developments and advise management on their strategic impact on the company’s project portfolio.

• Define and approve scope of work, budgets and performance indicators for external consultants to ensure effective, cost-efficient technical and permitting support.

• Improve internal permitting and licensing processes by developing standardized procedures, document templates and reporting tools that promote transparency and auditability.

• Recommend operational improvements, including staffing levels, recruitment priorities and technology upgrades, to maintain a high-performing permitting function

What you need to stand out:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Environmental Science, Spatial/Urban  Planning or related field

• Master’s degree in Renewable-Energy Development, Environmental Management or Energy Policy is considered a plus.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in leading permitting and early-stage development activities for RES projects

• Proven  track record in assessing project feasibility, identify permitting and grid risks, structure development timelines and drive projects to investment decision stage.

• Strong knowledge of national and EU planning, environmental and grid-connection frameworks, including permitting pathways and regulatory approval processes

• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, with the ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.Excellent analytical, communication and decision-making skills, with the ability to operate effectively in complex regulatory environments.

• Ability to travel