Global Accounts Manager

Job Description

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Lead and manage strategic commercial initiatives with multinational companies, expanding EDP's global footprint by co-developing tailored renewable energy solutions that align with the Group's strategic priorities and reinforce its position as a key partner in the global energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, development and cultivation of strategic partnerships with german multinational companies, positioning EDP as a trusted long-term collaborator in their global energy transition journey, orchestrating the efforts of different EDP geographies to ensure cohesive, aligned and high impact engagement with each partner
• Create and deliver C- level compelling propositions as basis for strategic energy transition-oriented decisions.
• Support the development of segmentation proposals, targeting, and strategic positioning within the scope of EDP solutions in various countries, prioritizing initiatives based on pain points, value creation potential, and customers' priorities
• Ensure Executional Excellence in Germany by bringing hands-on experience in delivering energy solutions (e.g. Solar PV, BESS, EV...) projects for C&I clients in Germany, understanding project lifecycle risks, and proactively addressing permitting, construction, interconnection, and delivery bottlenecks to accelerate COD timelines.
• Leverage subsidies & incentives by actively guiding the identification and application of German incentives that enhance project viability and financial outcomes
• Navigate Regulatory Frameworks by providing insights into local regulatory requirements and building effective relationships with relevant authorities and grid operators to streamline development and implementation efforts.
• Support EDP Client Solutions Management team on key decision-making exercises concerning business growth and profitability, from strategic challenging & design to implementation & execution on the key group priorities.

What we are looking for

• Experience between 2 and 6 years in projects with high strategic relevance and complex c-level stakeholder management (Energy consulting, Energy procurement or corporate sustainability teams in large multinational companies or Strategy & Transformation teams).
• Demonstrated project delivery experience in energy solutions for Commercial & Industrial clients in Germany, including knowledge of typical execution challenges and mitigation strategies.
• Experience navigating the German regulatory landscape, including interactions with grid operators and permitting authorities, as well as applying for and securing public subsidies and incentives to enhance project viability will be considered a strong plus.
• Strong executive presence and presentation / facilitation skills, comfortable collaborating with and presenting to C-suite executives, including poised, confident objection handling abilities
• Curiosity, entrepreneurial self-starter with high level of self-initiative, and comfortable in working in dynamic, matrixed environments, coordinating across diverse geographies and internal teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-growing and demanding environment.
• Fluency in English and German. Fluency in an additional EDP language is highly preferred (French, Italian, Polish, Chinese, Portuguese or Spanish.)
• Degree or Master's degree in Business & Management, Engineering, Economics.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality IndexGlobal certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle