Head of Business Development

A leading renewable energy infrastructure platform is launching a new business unit focused on clean heat and district energy decarbonisation across German-speaking markets. With an established track record in large-scale renewable generation and storage, the organisation is now expanding into electrified heat solutions and sector coupling. To lead this growth, we are seeking a senior, entrepreneurial Head of Business Development with deep expertise in district heating networks and strong relationships with municipal utilities (Stadtwerke).

The Opportunity

This is a strategic leadership role with significant autonomy. You will shape market entry, originate partnerships, and build a high-value pipeline of projects that electrify and future-proof district heating systems.

Your Mandate

• Originate and structure partnerships with municipal utilities and district heating operators

• Engage municipalities and decision-makers to accelerate clean heat deployment

• Build long-term, trust-based relationships across the sector

• Identify priority markets and strategic opportunities

• Guide internal teams on commercial structuring, site prioritisation, and optimisation strategy

• Support development of a multi-technology portfolio (e.g., large-scale heat pumps, electric boilers, thermal storage)

Your Profile

• Extensive network and strong credibility with Stadtwerke and/or district heating operators

• Significant experience within district heating, municipal utilities, or advisory to the sector

• Senior presence with the ability to engage executive-level stakeholders

• Entrepreneurial mindset and solution-oriented thinking

• Fluent German and English

• Willingness to travel within Germany

What Makes This Role Attractive

• Build and shape a new business unit from the ground up

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic influence

• Strong performance-based upside

• Backed by an established renewable energy platform with long-term capital