Τίτλος:  Head of Development & Licensing

The Company

MORE (Motor Oil Renewable Energy) is a subsidiary company of the Motor Oil Group and is dynamically active in the field of clean energy production & management. MORE’s vision is, through the innovative development of its units and services, to produce more clean energy, and create more alternatives for a sustainable future for all. Having as guarantee the credibility and confidence inspired by the Motor Oil Group’s name, as well as the stability and financial health, MORE dares and invests, looking to the future. We strive to develop our people to their highest potential, through continuous learning and assignment of challenging projects.

At Motor Oil Group, our people are our energy!

We support the Greek economy with exports to over 75 countries, thousands of employees, and continuous new investments. We work together to shape the future of energy and we focus on developing and empowering our people, cultivating their talents that will shape our future journey towards the energy transition.

Starting with the role:

Currently we are searching to hire a Head of Licensing who will be responsible  for leading a multidisciplinary team , ensuring all renewable energy projects comply with permitting, environmental and regulatory frameworks.

During your day you will:

• Lead and develop a team of experienced Engineers by setting priorities, allocating resources effectively, defining KPIs and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of all permitting and licensing activities.
• Act as  the primal liaison with national and regional authorities, environmental agencies and grid operators to secure permits and resolve regulatory challenges efficiently.
• Ensure full environmental compliance across the operating portfolio by coordinating with O&M teams on the implementation and update of Environmental Terms Approval and monitoring obligations.
• Monitor legislative, planning and grid-policy developments and advise management on their strategic impact on the company’s project portfolio.
• Define and approve scope of work, budgets and performance indicators for external consultants to ensure effective, cost-efficient technical and permitting support.
• Improve internal permitting and licensing processes by developing standardized procedures, document templates and reporting tools that promote transparency and auditability.
• Recommend operational improvements, including staffing levels, recruitment priorities and technology upgrades, to maintain a high-performing permitting function

What you need to stand out:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Environmental Science, Spatial/Urban  Planning or related field
• Master’s degree in Renewable-Energy Development, Environmental Management or Energy Policy is considered a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in leading permitting and early-stage development activities for RES projects
• Proven  track record in assessing project feasibility, identify permitting and grid risks, structure development timelines and drive projects to investment decision stage.
• Strong knowledge of national and EU planning, environmental and grid-connection frameworks, including permitting pathways and regulatory approval processes
• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, with the ability to build, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.Excellent analytical, communication and decision-making skills, with the ability to operate effectively in complex regulatory environments.
• Ability to travel