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

Créée en 2008, et détenue depuis avril 2024 par Brookfield, Neoen est l’un des principaux producteurs indépendants d’énergie exclusivement renouvelable. Son savoir-faire dans les domaines du solaire, de l’éolien terrestre et du stockage lui permet d’accélérer la transition énergétique des pays dans lesquels Neoen produit une énergie verte, locale et compétitive. Société en forte croissance, Neoen a quadruplé ses capacités en opération ou en construction en six ans : celles-ci s’élèvent désormais à 8,3 GW. Neoen a pour ambition de déployer 10 GW additionnels d’ici 2030. Neoen opère près de 200 actifs répartis sur trois continents. Parmi ses réalisations les plus emblématiques, elle compte : Western Downs Green Power Hub en Australie, qui comprend la plus grande centrale solaire du pays (460 MWc) ainsi que Western Downs Battery (212 MW / 424 MWh) ; Collie Battery (219 MW / 877 MWh), l’une des plus grandes centrales de stockage au monde ; Cestas, le plus puissant parc solaire de France (300 MWc) ; et Mutkalampi, le plus grand parc éolien de Finlande (404 MW). Pour en savoir plus : www.neoen.com