Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Business Developer (Release)
at Scatec Solar
🏢 About Scatec Solar
Scatec Solar is a global leader in solar power solutions with a proven track record of 600 MW installed capacity across multiple continents. What makes them unique is their integrated business model covering development, construction, ownership, and operation of solar plants, delivering affordable and sustainable energy worldwide. Working here offers the opportunity to contribute directly to renewable energy expansion, particularly in emerging markets where their impact is most significant.
About This Role
As Senior Business Developer (Release) at Scatec Solar, you'll drive customer acquisition and project opportunities across technologies and regions, with particular focus on African markets. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams of 10-20 people, conducting financial modeling for solar projects, and negotiating commercial contracts to optimize techno-economic solutions. Your work will directly contribute to expanding Scatec's solar portfolio from initial development through to project handover.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve conducting financial analysis for a new solar project opportunity in an African market, followed by leading a multidisciplinary team meeting to coordinate development efforts. You could spend the afternoon negotiating contract terms with a potential customer while collaborating with technology suppliers to optimize the project's techno-economic solution, then wrap up by developing marketing materials for upcoming project bids.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Scatec Solar Is Looking For
- A professional with a Master's in Engineering, Finance, or Commerce plus 10+ years in energy markets, infrastructure, or management consulting, specifically with renewable power plant experience
- Someone who has led multicultural, multidisciplinary teams of 10-20 people and managed complex stakeholder relationships with technology suppliers, local developers, and JV partners
- An expert in financial modeling for energy projects with strong proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint, capable of developing project financials and marketing materials
- A goal-oriented negotiator with proven success in commercial contract negotiations and optimizing techno-economic solutions for solar projects
📝 Tips for Applying to Scatec Solar
Quantify your 10+ years of energy/infrastructure experience with specific metrics: MW of projects developed, deal sizes negotiated, or team sizes led
Highlight specific African market experience or knowledge, as this role emphasizes development efforts in African markets
Include concrete examples of financial modeling you've done for renewable power plants, not just generic financial analysis
Demonstrate your multicultural team leadership experience with specific examples of managing diverse teams in energy projects
Show how you've managed projects from development through to handover, emphasizing the complete project lifecycle experience
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your specific experience with renewable power plant financial modeling and project development', 'Examples of leading multicultural, multidisciplinary teams in energy/infrastructure projects', 'Your track record in customer acquisition and commercial negotiations in energy markets', "Why you're particularly interested in Scatec Solar's integrated business model and African market focus"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Scatec Solar's current project portfolio in Africa and their announced pipeline of upcoming projects
- → The company's integrated business model and how it differs from pure developers or EPC contractors
- → Specific regulatory environments and market conditions in African countries where Scatec operates (South Africa, Egypt, etc.)
- → Scatec's technology partnerships and JV structures mentioned in their annual reports or press releases
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with only generic business development experience without specific renewable energy or infrastructure project examples
- Failing to demonstrate the required 10+ years of relevant experience in energy markets, infrastructure, or management consulting
- Not showing specific examples of financial modeling for power plants or leading multidisciplinary teams in your application materials
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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