Our client is a company that accelerates the transition to a sustainable energy model based on renewable energy, self-consumption, and electric mobility. It operates charging points for electric vehicles and offers comprehensive solutions to real estate partners, combining charging infrastructure and self-consumption facilities. It also produces 100% renewable energy through solar plants and storage systems, ensuring a clean supply for businesses, industries, and electric vehicle drivers.
After entering Belgium in 2023, they are now scaling up their network. To accelerate their growth in Flanders, we are recruiting a Business Development Manager with strong seniority and local credibility.
As a Business Development Manager dedicated to Flanders e-mobility, you will lead the expansion of their EV fast-charging network in this region. Your focus will be on securing the best locations and building partnerships with landowners and stakeholders across the Flemish market.
Key responsibilities:
* Identify and secure premium sites for EV fast-charging in Flanders (retail parks, commercial real estate, hospitality, leisure, sports). Develop tailored strategies to engage these sectors, emphasizing the mutual benefits of sustainable EV charging solutions.
* Leverage your existing network of landowners, brokers, advisors, lawyers, and subcontractors to originate and accelerate deals. Negotiate partnership agreements, ensuring they align with the specific needs of each industry sector.
* Act as the local expert: understand the market codes, anticipate competition and guide their strategy in Flanders.
* Provide insights on local best practices helping the team adapt to the maturity and competitiveness of the Flemish market.
* Work closely with the Country Manager Belgium and collaborate with internal teams for seamless integration and operation of new charging sites.
Experience and Skills Required:
* Senior-level experience (minimum 5 years) in commercial real estate, retail property, or with a competing EV charging operator (CPO).
* A strong and active professional network in Flanders including real estate actors, brokers, legal advisors, and technical partners.
* Proven track record in site acquisition or real estate partnership development.
* Native in Dutch and proficiency in English is essential. A good level in French is a real plus.
* Credibility and presence in the Flemish market; able to open doors and accelerate opportunities quickly.
* Strategic thinking capacity, aligned with the specific needs and opportunities of the Flemish market.
* Valid driving license
What do our client offer you?
* A key role in leading their expansion on the Flemish market.
* The flexibility to work from home, going from time to time to their Brussels' office.
* An attractive salary package (Fixed + bonus on target).
* A 100% renewable energy through solar plants and storage systems player on the EV market.
* The possibility to join an international scale-up already active in several countries with a human centric company culture.