How to apply for Asset Manager (all genders)

About Saxovent

Saxovent operates Windpunx and solarpunx, managing over 900 wind and solar assets across Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and France. The company reports saving 625,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, so the work directly supports renewable energy operations at scale.

About the role

As asset manager, you handle the commercial administration for assigned wind and PV companies. You are the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and coordinate with technical operations. The role covers contract management, liquidity and budget planning, billing, and regulatory reporting such as electricity tax and EEG obligations.

A typical day

A typical day might involve reviewing contract data, updating liquidity plans, and preparing billing for wind or PV companies. You could coordinate with technical operations on upcoming maintenance or respond to stakeholder inquiries. You may also work on regulatory reports such as EEG or electricity tax filings.

Who Saxovent is looking for

• Experience in commercial asset management or operational management, ideally in renewable energy (wind or solar).
• Knowledge of German energy regulations, including EEG, electricity tax, and reporting requirements.
• Strong skills in financial planning, variance analysis, and handling receivables and payables.
• Able to work remotely with regular travel to the Berlin headquarters for coordination.

Tips for this application

• Highlight any direct experience with German renewable energy regulations, especially EEG and Stromsteuer, in your CV and cover letter.
• Name specific asset management software or ERP systems you have used for contract and document management.
• Quantify your experience with wind or solar portfolios: number of assets, total capacity, or number of companies you managed.
• State clearly that you can work remotely and are willing to travel regularly to Berlin for meetings.
• If you have worked on direct marketing tenders or electricity procurement, describe that work in detail.

What to cover in your cover letter

Emphasize your hands-on experience with commercial management of renewable energy assets, including contract management, budgeting, and billing. Show that you understand German regulatory reporting for wind and PV, such as EEG and electricity tax. Mention your ability to coordinate between technical operations and commercial stakeholders. Confirm your availability for remote work with regular travel to Berlin.

Research before applying

• Review Windpunx and solarpunx services to understand their operational model and client base.
• Look up the current EEG regulations and electricity tax rules for wind and solar operators in Germany.
• Check Saxovent's website for information on their projects and the 625,000 tonnes CO2 savings claim.
• Find out if they use specific asset management software or tools by checking job postings or LinkedIn profiles of current employees.

Likely interview topics

Based on the job description, expect questions about:

• How do you handle liquidity planning and budget control for multiple wind or PV companies?
• Describe your experience with EEG reporting and electricity tax obligations.
• How do you manage contract and document management across different locations?
• Give an example of how you coordinated between technical operations and commercial stakeholders.
• What is your approach to managing receivables and payables in a renewable energy portfolio?

Common mistakes to avoid

• Do not apply without demonstrating knowledge of German renewable energy regulations, as this is central to the role.
• Avoid generic cover letters that do not mention wind or solar asset management specifically.
• Do not ignore the travel requirement to Berlin; address it directly in your application.