This is an exciting opportunity to join Wise Energy's Commercial & ESG team to strengthen our service delivery to pre-construction sites and refine our operational asset management services and systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Regulatory management between the SPV and/or Company's interface with respective authorities including GSE, ARERA, TERNA, e-distribuzione and Agenzia delle Dogane (Dichiarazione di Consumo, Registri di Misure) and other regulators in respect of usual and extraordinary communications, audits and inspections.
* Regulatory and compliance practices relating to assets under construction (Rt B activities and pre- Commercial Operations Date).
* Developing specialist knowledge of the regulatory and contractual aspects relating to agrivoltaic plants to support commissioning and operational management.
* Contract management: renewals, tendering to optimise operating costs, issuing supplier notices as required and compliance with obligations related to individual solar farm companies (contracts incl. SPA, Lease, PPA, O&M, EPC, etc). Understanding of lender requirements associated with contracts as well as stakeholder management of other interested parties.
* Supporting the management of regulatory audits, as required.
* Monthly, quarterly and annual client reporting.
* Preparation of annual revenue and operating costs budgets and quarterly forecasts.
* Ensure compliance with environmental, social, governance (ESG) and community relations obligations and requirements.
* Management of land agreements and relationships with landlords.
* Asset onboarding: development and population of relevant information on to the company's in-house asset management platform (AMP), mapping contracts and other asset information as required.
* Commercial projects Ad hoc domestic travel in Italy, as required.
Skills and Competencies
* Time management & prioritization skills.
* Excellent communication skills (in English or/and other European languages).
* Flexibility.
* Intellectual Curiosity.
* IT Literacy.
* Delivery focus.
* Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
* Passion for our mission 'to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy.'
Experience and Qualifications
* Educated to degree level (engineering, economics, science & law are relevant backgrounds).
* Significant regulatory and contract knowledge and experience.
* Minimum of 5-6 years experience in renewable energy space (preferably solar).
* Fluent in Italian and business-level English.
* The right to work in Italy.
What We Offer
* A busy role in a supportive team, with plenty of opportunities to learn.
* International scope – we operate in over 8 countries.
* Hybrid working – we will need you in our Milan office (San Babila) at least twice a week, but you will normally be able to work remotely for the remainder of the week.
* Annual discretionary bonus.
Our Approach to Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, color, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity.