Business Development Manager (m/w/d)

What would you work on

• Build and manage relationships with BESS project developers.
• Grow our BESS project pipeline through development agreements and M&A.
• Act as the owner of all BESS projects from early-stage development to O&M handover.
• Guide external developers on preferred locations, technical layouts, compliance, and more.
• Monitor developer performance, review the progress - especially Ready-to-Build (RTB) status - and provide feedback.
• Track and report on the status of each project during development and construction, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
• Ensure a smooth handover of projects from development to construction at RTB stage, avoiding gaps or misalignments.
• Oversee procurement schedules, particularly for long lead-time items, ensuring project delivery risks and delays are minimized.
• Act as a senior interface with landowners, local authorities, stakeholders, and grid operators from late development through construction and operations.
• Provide portfolio-level reporting to senior management, highlighting risks, milestones, and progress.
• Serve as the central point of truth for the entire BESS portfolio, ensuring continuity across teams.

What makes you a great candidate

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Energy Systems, Geography, Project Management, or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in renewable energy or infrastructure project development/ project management, with a strong focus on battery storage, solar, or grid-scale energy assets.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from development through construction.
• Strong knowledge of grid connection processes, permitting, and local stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; able to track multiple projects simultaneously.
• Fluency in German and English.

What do we offer

• Competitive remuneration package with attractive variable component.
• Working with absolute experts in algorithmic trading.
• Flexible working hours and home office options.
• High-end work equipment (devices optionally from Apple, Samsung, Lenovo).
• Short decision-making paths and rapid development opportunities.
• Individual training opportunities.