Junior Business Development Manager

Our Swedish Development Department is seeking a Junior Business Development Manager. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible for developing a portfolio of wind, solar, battery storage and data centre projects, from site identification and land securing through permitting and the commencement of construction.  

The main tasks include:

• Identify new greenfield opportunities for solar, wind and battery storage projects
• Identify suitable sites by using and enhancing GIS tools, data layers and map outputs
• Engage with landowners and negotiate and execute land lease agreements; appoint and manage land agents and land consultants
• Manage all aspects of project development in collaboration with relevant local stakeholders
• Initiate and oversee monitoring studies
• Coordinate all parties involved in the projects, including consultants, advisers, local authorities, grid companies and suppliers
• Prepare and submit applications for all required permits
• Lead the preparation and submission of bids for public and private tenders
• Support the Construction and Asset Management teams during the initial phases of project delivery
• With the support of Neoen’s teams, manage all administrative matters relating to Neoen’s presence in Sweden.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience: 

• Master’s degree in engineering or business administration, preferably with a specialisation in renewable energy, environmental studies or project management
• One to five years of professional experience in comparable responsibilities. Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS or similar), land securing (including identification, valuation, negotiation, execution, registration and landowner management) in renewable energy projects, telecommunications, power lines or other public or private infrastructure will be a strong advantage. Experience with QGIS data layers and maps, as well as Lantmäteriet property files, would also be beneficial
• Strong motivation to work in a complex environment, combined with an organised and open-minded approach, the ability to work independently and the capacity to manage several projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical capabilities, adaptability and efficiency
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High integrity, strong ethical standards and sound judgement
• Leadership capabilities and a collaborative team-oriented mindset
• Intellectual curiosity, enthusiasm and self-motivation
• Fluency in Swedish and English
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel frequently

Founded in 2008, and owned since April 2025 by Brookfield, Neoen is one of the world’s leading independent producers of exclusively renewable energy, with expertise in power generation – solar and onshore wind power – and storage. Neoen plays an active role in accelerating the energy transition of the countries where it operates by delivering clean, competitively-priced local energy. Neoen is a high-growth company: its capacity in operation or under construction has quadrupled over the last six years and now stands at 8.3 GW. We are aiming to deliver an additional 10 GW by 2030. Neoen operates near close to 200 assets across three continents. Its flagships include Western Downs Green Power Hub in Australia, comprised of the largest solar farm in the country (460 MWp) and Western Downs Battery (212 MW / 424 MWh); Collie Battery (219 MW / 877 MWh) one of the world’s most powerful large-scale storage systems; France’s most powerful solar farm (300 MWp) in Cestas; and Finland’s largest wind farm (404 MW) in Mutkalampi. For more information: www.neoen.com