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Capability Development Lead Expert

Join EDP Renewables in Lisbon as Capability Development Lead Expert. Drive the design and execution of learning strategies to build critical skills for business success. Enjoy a hybrid work model and a supportive, inclusive environment focused on innovation and growth.

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We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 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 the design, implementation and continuous evolution of the Group's capability development agenda, ensuring the organization develops the critical skills, knowledge and capabilities required to achieve business objectives and prepare for future challenges.

Act as a strategic partner to business leaders and P&O Business Partners, translating business priorities into scalable capability-building solutions that drive organizational performance and workforce readiness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the focal point for Capability Development within the L&D team, driving priorities, fostering collaboration and ensuring the successful delivery of capability-building initiatives across the organization.
  • Partner with business leaders, HR stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify current and future capability needs aligned with business priorities.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing recommendations and insights on capability-building priorities and development approaches.
  • Translate business priorities and capability development needs into targeted learning strategies, development plans and capability-building initiatives.
  • Manage a portfolio of capability development initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, quality standards and budget requirements.
  • Monitor external trends, emerging skills and learning best practices to ensure the organization's capability agenda remains future-focused and relevant.
  • Design, implement and continuously improve capability development programs, learning journeys and academies that support workforce readiness and business performance.
  • Define and track key performance indicators, measuring the effectiveness, adoption and business impact of capability development initiatives.
  • Influence and coordinate cross-functional teams, external partners and stakeholders to drive the successful delivery of capability-building initiatives.

Employment type: Full Time

Work model: Hybrid

What are we looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Education or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, Organizational Development or Capability Building.
  • Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-wide learning and capability development initiatives.
  • Experience working in complex, multinational and matrix organizations.
  • Experience leading complex projects and influencing stakeholders in a global and matrix environment.
  • Experience with skills-based organizations, capability frameworks and workforce transformation initiatives.
  • Experience in Corporate Universities or Centers of Excellence.
  • Knowledge of learning technologies, digital learning ecosystems and AI-enabled learning solutions.
  • Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills, with the ability to influence across different levels of the organization.
  • Experience managing cross-functional projects and multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
  • Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken).
  • Results Orientation
  • Additional languages are considered an asset.

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 Index
  • Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
  • Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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About this role

Posted
15 Oct 2026
Updated
15 Oct 2026
Job type
Full time
Workplace
Hybrid
Working hours
UTC+00:00
Experience
8+ years
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About EDP Renewables

Company Overview

Name

EDP Renewables (EDPR), a subsidiary of EDP Group

Headquarters

Madrid, Spain

Founded

2007

Size

Approximately 3,080 employees (source: tradingeconomics.com). Estimated revenues of $947.6 million in 2023 (source: stockanalysis.com).

What We Do

EDP Renewables (EDPR) specializes in renewable energy generation, primarily focusing on wind energy, being the fourth largest global generator by net installed capacity. Additionally, the company is expanding its activities in solar and offshore wind energy. EDPR develops, constructs, manages, and operates power plants that generate electricity from these renewable sources, adding 3.8 GW of capacity in 2024 backed by a gross investment of €4.1 billion, marking a record in its total managed capacity (source: wikipedia.org). Its products and services encompass the management of renewable projects throughout their lifecycle, including development, operation, and production of wind and solar energy, supplying energy sectors worldwide (source: cbinsights.com). EDPR's target markets span 13 countries, serving utilities, energy buyers, and grids in Europe, North America, and South America, distinguished by its steady growth and robust development portfolio (source: wikipedia.org).

Projects and Track Record

Among EDPR's notable projects is a portfolio of five operational solar projects in the Lazio and Puglia regions of Italy, with a total capacity of 248 MW, including a 17 MW expansion, sold in December 2025 to Encavis for €300 million (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the company completed the sale of three operational wind farms and two plants under construction to Onex in July 2021 for €530 million, as well as the acquisition of a 28 MW solar plant in Vietnam (source: wikipedia.org). Ongoing projects reflect record additions of 3.8 GW in 2024, contributing to platforms in Brazil, the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Spain, Portugal, France, the UK, Poland, Italy, Romania, Belgium, and Greece (source: edpr-investors.com).

Recent Developments

In the past two years, EDPR completed the sale of its Italian solar portfolio of 248 MW + 17 MW to Encavis for €300 million, marking a milestone in its divestment process (source: wikipedia.org). The company achieved record additions of 3.8 GW of capacity in 2024 with an investment of €4.1 billion, alongside rebranding efforts that link its identity to energy transition commitments and its presence in 26 markets with over 2,800 global employees (source: edp.com). No significant acquisitions, mergers, or funding rounds were detailed after 2023, beyond the investments in 2024, although the historical context includes EDP's acquisition of Viesgo in 2020, which doubled distribution in Spain (source: wikipedia.org).

Working There

EDPR offers roles in development, construction, operation, and management of wind, solar, and offshore projects, with departments in engineering, project finance, operations and maintenance, and platforms for Europe-Brazil, North America, and Offshore, supporting over 2,800-3,080 global employees (source: wikipedia.org). Hiring takes place in key locations such as the Madrid headquarters, the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Portugal, France, the UK, Poland, Italy, Romania, Belgium, and Greece, aligning with operations in 13 markets and the 2024 expansion (source: wikipedia.org). The company culture emphasizes global teamwork for record achievements like the additions of 3.8 GW, with over 2,800 employees in 26 markets, indicating a growth-oriented international environment (source: edp.com).

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