Development Manager - Wind & BESS (M&A)

ABEI ENERGY is a leading International Independent Power Producer (IPP) dedicated to generating clean and renewable energy from diverse sources, including photovoltaic, wind, BESS and biomethane. With an expanding presence in Spain and key international markets such as the USA, UK, Italy, Poland, Germany and Mexico.

We are looking for a Permitting Specialist based in Germany to lead the project management of our renewable energy portfolio in the region, supporting the development team in evaluating and acquiring projects in Germany.

Location: Berlin or Hamburg.

What You'll Do:

• Project management, from the design to the application phase.
• Support in the preparation of the necessary documentation to be submitted to the agencies (Region, Ministries, Municipalities).
• Manage the developers and/or contractors responsible for the authorisation processes.
• Follow up the project during the authorisation process and coordinate with the competent Authorities.
• Coordinate the different project aspects pertaining to the company departments in order to achieve the project objectives.
• Review and negotiation of:
• Land agreements.
• Easements.
• Option agreements.
• Co-development agreements.
• Development services agreements.
• Lead permitting-related issues.
• Advice on German regulatory and administrative matters affecting renewable energy projects.
• Review of grid-related agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Support on M&A Transactions.

What We're Looking For:

• Permitting: Proven experience with BImSchG permitting for wind projects, construction permits for BESS (Baugenehmigung, §35 BauGB), and municipal planning processes (Bebauungsplan). Ideally, the candidate will have worked across several Länder in northern and eastern Germany.
• From development through Financial Close: Experience taking projects through RTB (Ready-to-Build) and Financial Close, including grid connection and associated costs (Netzanschluss, BKZ), land agreements, and bank due diligence processes.
• Buy-side M&A: Ability to assess the permitting maturity and RTB status of third-party projects and support both technical and legal due diligence.

• Excellent German & professional English proficiency.
• Availability for travelling within the region.
• Driving licence (B).