Permitting Specialist

Join to apply for the Permitting Specialist role at Metlen Energy & Metals At METLEN Energy & Metals , we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals . With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent. We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, andchange , empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes. We are currently looking for a Permitting Specialist to join our Renewable Energy team, part of our Energy Division based in Milan, Italy . By joining this role, you’ll play a vital role in driving the permitting processes that power our renewable energy projects, contributing to our mission of sustainable energy generation. Your role will encompass: Identifying and evaluating new renewable energy business opportunities, including Greenfield and Brownfield projects, joint ventures, and acquisitions, while ensuring compliance with permitting and regulatory requirements Leading the permitting process by managing documentation, timelines, and relationships with authorities to secure timely approvals for project development, installation, and operation Negotiating interconnection agreements with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), Transmission System Operators (TSOs), and joint ventures related to grid infrastructure Collaborating with internal and external multidisciplinary teams to prepare and submit comprehensive permitting documents, ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to approval conditions Maintaining strong stakeholder relationships, including local and regional authorities, landowners, and technical teams, to expedite approvals and mitigate risks What you bring to the role: 2+ years of experience in renewable energy project development, with a strong focus on permitting and compliance A bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, engineering, environmental science, or related fields MSc or MBA will be considered an asset Proven experience with grid interconnection agreements, expropriation processes, and negotiations with landowners Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, BESS, etc.), local regulations, and technical configurations Exceptional networking skills with local and regulatory authorities Fluency in Italian and English Attractive remuneration package Friendly and professional working environment Cooperation, creativity and innovation: we adopt flexible cooperation models to achieve fast results and increased productivity Follow us on LinkedIn and stay updated on our latest news. We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential. At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Metlen Energy & Metals by 2x Get notified about new Specialist jobs in Milan, Lombardy, Italy . #J-18808-Ljbffr