Originator (Energy, Southern Europe)

Job summary

This role involves expanding and executing renewable and corporate energy origination activities across Southern Europe, particularly in Italy and Spain, as a maternity cover position. The Originator will focus on front-office deal origination, market intelligence, and relationship management to enhance access to renewable developers and corporate offtakers in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in energy commodities, flexible assets, or structured origination, preferably within power markets, with knowledge of Southern European market dynamics.
• Proven ability to structure, negotiate, and finalize complex energy transactions or deliver consultative selling of long-term, CAPEX-intensive solutions.
• Strong understanding of the energy industry, including market regulations, renewable and storage assets, and route-to-market models.
• Familiarity with PPAs and related products, along with a basic understanding of project finance and master trading agreements.
• Proficiency in English and preferably one relevant Southern European language.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a qualified deal pipeline across Southern Europe, including generator PPAs, corporate PPAs, and energy commodity contracts.
• Originate, prioritize, and negotiate energy contracts with renewable generators and corporate consumers to maximize value.
• Lead the renewal and expansion of the Route-to-Market portfolio for the Italian and Spanish markets.
• Serve as the main commercial contact for assigned clients, managing contract renewals and ongoing commercial discussions.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences and maintain engagement with key stakeholders in Southern European markets.

Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to thrive in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Structured and resilient approach to navigating regulatory diversity and risk profiles.

Education

• Relevant degree in a related field is preferred but not explicitly stated.

Tools

• Experience with CRM tools for managing commercial pipelines.