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Offshore Wind Development Manager

Tokyo 外資系企業 ¥6,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational View Job Description
Lead the development of offshore wind projects from site survey to stakeholder engagement and project financing.Play a vital role in accelerating Japan's renewable energy transition by driving complex projects to success.
  • Be at the forefront of Japan's offshore wind energy transformation.
  • Unique opportunity to lead full-cycle project development.

About Our Client

Our client is an international renewable energy company with a pioneering presence in Japan's offshore wind power space. Known for its innovative approach and strong commitment to sustainability, the company is in a dynamic phase of growth and is looking to expand its development team with a strategic hire.

Job Description

  • Coordinate interests among key stakeholders including local communities, fisheries, municipalities, and government bodies.
  • Manage licensing and permitting processes with relevant supervisory authorities.
  • Oversee entire project development lifecycle including strategy, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management.
  • Conduct site surveys and handle acquisition or permission for land use.
  • Lead grid interconnection and power sales contract negotiations.
  • Drive environmental assessments and manage technical surveys (wind, seabed, UXO, etc.).
  • Engage in stakeholder dialogue, building trust with local residents and industry representatives.
  • Collaborate with investors and financial institutions to build and manage financial models and secure project financing.
  • Support power plant design coordination and ensure smooth engineering execution.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Offshore Wind Development Manager should have:

  • Agile, flexible, and resilient approach to work; strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for renewable energy development.
  • Strong financial modeling skills (a plus).
  • Experience in power project development or energy finance (preferred but not required).
  • Willingness to travel and valid driver's license.
  • Japanese and business-level English.
  • Ideal background includes experience with general trading companies, electric power firms, or offshore wind developer

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to play a key role in one of Japan's most exciting offshore wind projects.
  • Flat, international team culture with high autonomy and purpose-driven work.
  • Competitive compensation and flexible work environment tailored to high-performing professionals.
Contact
Rim Silini
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6720611
Phone number
+81364021593

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
B2B Sales
Specialisation
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Tokyo
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Rim Silini
Consultant phone
+81364021593
Job Reference
JN-042025-6720611
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

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