Senior Origination Manager SWE
immediately
Full-time, Unlimited
Malmö, Stockholm
Senior Origination Manager SWE
Your responsibilities
Uniper is on an exciting journey to shape a Net Zero world. Our Renewables Business Line Solar and Wind, which is one of the key elements of our new strategy, needs an experienced Project Development Manager in Sweden to handle local issues. Join us and work on exciting projects with highly motivated and experienced professionals to take Uniper to a higher level.
Who we are?
Uniper Renewables is responsible for the development of the solar-PV and wind-onshore business of Uniper, predominantly in Europe. The renewables business is one of the most important pillars of our strategic ambition. Our aim is to deliver more than 1 GW growth p.a. by 2025. The geographical set-up and our existing capabilities allow us to enhance the solar and wind of Uniper in all selected geographies. Sweden is one of our core growth areas and we have a unique opportunity for a passionate, innovative and experienced Senior Project Development Manager Solar and Wind to join our growing Swedish team and to help shape and accelerate our journey to delivering our goals.
What you will work with?
As an expert in origination and project development, your role will be pivotal in securing and developing large-scale photovoltaic and wind power plants, focusing primarily on Sweden.
Your Main responsibilities will encompass:
- Originating Greenfield solar and/or wind projects in Sweden, supporting the entire project development cycle from land identification and securing to obtaining all necessary licenses and permits for construction and operation.
- Building and leading a dedicated PV origination team in Sweden, managing all stages from greenfield to ready-to-build (RTB), and supporting through to commercial operation.
- Independently coordinating processes from initial contact with landowners, through site assessment, to contractual arrangements.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with both private and institutional landowners in Sweden.
- Identifying with GIS target areas within Sweden based on strategic goals and thorough analysis.
- Conducting comprehensive feasibility studies, including risk assessment and financial calculations (DCF).
- Working with internal support to clarify approval paths for projects.
- Representing Uniper RES in interactions with authorities and related entities in Sweden.
- Keeping abreast of market developments in the Swedish renewable energy sector and informing management accordingly.
- Creating a high-performing, motivated team environment that is both rewarding and enjoyable.
Further responsibilities include:
- Building and maintaining relationships with Co-Development partners within the Swedish market.
- Managing external service providers/consultants specific to the Swedish market.
- Sustaining business relationships with landowners, permitting authorities, grid operators, regulators, off-takers, and other key stakeholders in Sweden.
- Collaborating closely with existing Uniper business teams in Sweden (asset teams, trading/Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), finance, etc.) and enabling functions.
- Building strong relationships within the development team, which includes developers, engineers, project-, contract-, and offtake managers, as well as a network of external development partners in Sweden.
- Contributing to the establishment of an entrepreneurial, rewarding, and enjoyable work environment.
- Undertaking any other necessary activities in the area, as required and by arrangement.
- Reporting to the Head of Solar and Wind Development Sweden.
Uniper is positive to a flexible approach around remote working based on the conditions of the business and the individual employee.
Your profile
You have a relevant university degree in electrical engineering, engineering or comparable studies in engineering, land surveying, business administration, economics, law or comparable studies. You also have several years (5-10 years) of work experience, and a proven track record of utility Solar and/or Wind project origination in Sweden.
You are also expected to have/ be;
- In depth knowledge/ proficiency knowledge of GIS.
- Profound understanding of relevant market dynamics.
- Excellent communication skills and high level assertiveness and communication skills in an international environment and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.
- Appreciation for cultural differences.
- Willingness to travel.
- Fluent in English and Swedish, other languages will be a plus.
Job ID:
87796
Application deadline:
13/06/2025
Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications by e-mail for data protection reasons. We would therefore like to ask you to apply exclusively here via our career page. The process is very simple and only takes a few minutes.
As long as our positions are online here on the career page, the application process is not yet complete and the positions are still vacant.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Your Uniper Talent Acquisition Team
Living diversity, fairness and inclusion (DEI) at Uniper
As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. That's why we encourage applications from suitably qualified and suitable people regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We embrace inclusion and support flexible working.
What makes Uniper stand out as an employer
Depending on your tasks and applicable legislation, we offer flexible work models such as remote work and part-time employment. We have collectively agreed working time reductions, as well as extended opportunities for leave and supplementary parental leave compensation.
Work-Life Balance
At Uniper, many experienced specialists, project managers, and leaders work together. We support each other in strengthening our competencies and promoting professional development in line with your wishes and the company's needs.
Competence Development
Regular dialogue with your manager, development discussions, opportunities for 360-degree feedback, and employee surveys help you and the company move forward. We believe in collaboration and give you space to contribute.
Open Feedback Culture
At our power plants, we offer free parking. In larger cities, there is the possibility of monthly rental of nearby parking spaces. Public transport works excellently to our offices in Malmö and Stockholm. We naturally encourage cycling or walking, and in our new office in Malmö, there is an easily accessible indoor bike garage with charging and bike tools.
Parking and Commuting
Health and safety are of the highest priority. We offer you regular, preventive medical health checks and training on work environment, health, and well-being.
Health and Safety
Uniper in Sweden offers a wellness allowance that you can use for a gym membership, massage, stress management, or other suitable activities. We also have a Uniper account that you can use for dental care, glasses/contact lenses, etc. We also reimburse your patient fees and medication up to the high-cost protection limit.
Health and Wellness
Uniper offers an occupational pension solution via ITP for salaried employees and SAF-LO for workers. Together with our union partners, we have an agreement on increased premiums for your occupational pension. We also offer the possibility of gross salary exchange, and all employees have access to independent pension advice.
Pension & Insurance
We have a corporate culture that we call "The Uniper Way." Our success is built on a workplace where people with different perspectives and experiences meet. We believe in a workplace where every person can contribute something valuable. Where everyone feels equally appreciated and respected, regardless of whether they work at our production facilities, in the office, or at home.
Uniper Way
We are Uniper
Uniper is a European energy company with a global reach that makes a decisive contribution to security of supply and energy transformation. We work in very diverse teams and offer our employees as much flexibility as is possible. Equity, mutual appreciation and respect are the core of our corporate culture. At our company you will have the opportunity to shape new technologies, work on solutions for a modern and future-oriented energy supply and actively design change processes.
Application process
Online application
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