Head of Global Project Development & Renewables Investment

Position Overview

The Head of Global Project Development & Renewables Investment (Solar) will lead the companys global strategy for developing, financing, and investing in solar and renewable energy projects. This executive will oversee the end-to-end project lifecycle from early-stage origination and permitting through construction, financing, and asset operation while driving strategic partnerships, M&A, and capital deployment to achieve the companys growth and sustainability targets.

This is a high-impact leadership role requiring deep technical expertise in solar energy development, strong investment acumen, and a proven ability to manage multidisciplinary global teams across diverse markets.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and implement the global strategy for solar and renewable project development and investment.
• Identify and prioritize target markets, technologies, and investment opportunities aligned with company objectives.
• Lead the integration of sustainability and ESG principles into all development and investment activities.

Project Development & Execution

• Oversee the full lifecycle of renewable energy projects: site origination, feasibility studies, permitting, engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), and commissioning.
• Ensure all projects meet commercial, technical, and regulatory standards across global markets.
• Manage cross-functional teams, local developers, and third-party partners to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Investment & Finance

• Lead investment strategy for greenfield development, M&A, and joint ventures in the solar and broader renewables sector.
• Oversee project financial modeling, due diligence, and risk assessment.
• Build and maintain relationships with investors, lenders, and strategic partners to secure financing and enhance portfolio value.

Business Development & Partnerships

• Develop strategic alliances with governments, utilities, corporate offtakers, and technology providers.
• Negotiate key commercial agreements, including PPAs, EPC contracts, and joint development agreements.
• Drive innovation through collaboration with R&D and emerging technology partners.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a global team of project developers, engineers, analysts, and investment professionals.
• Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and safety-driven culture.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, investor meetings, and regulatory engagements.

Qualifications & Experience

• 1015+ years of experience in solar or renewable energy project development and investment.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale solar or hybrid renewable projects across multiple geographies.
• Strong financial and investment acumen, including project finance, M&A, and JV structuring.
• Deep understanding of global energy markets, renewable policy frameworks, and emerging technologies.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for renewable energy transition.
• Collaborative leader with cross-cultural management experience.
• Results-driven, analytical, and commercially focused.