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Lausanne - 100% | Permanent
Role type: Permanent | Location: Milano | Model: Hybrid | Level of travels: 10%
Our Company
Alpiq is one of Switzerland’s leading electricity producers and a key energy services provider across Europe. Headquartered in Lausanne and powered by a strong portfolio of hydropower, nuclear, and renewable energy sources, we’re all about impact, for the climate, for people, and for the security of supply.
More than 1.300 colleagues from nearly 60 nationalities bring their energy to a shared purpose: Together for a better climate and an improved security of supply.
We work in a values-driven culture shaped by trust, curiosity, and respect. Our 4 company values have been co-created with our employees and are embedded in everything we do as a company:
“We are ALP1Q” - reflects our team spirit
“We learn and grow together” - we have courage
“We share the steering wheel” - we take ownership
“We focus on the outcome” - your impact matters
At Alpiq, your energy matters!
Mission
Alpiq is focused on the long-term management of renewable energy assets across Europe. Our Italian portfolio includes operational utility-scale solar PV, wind and small hydro assets.
We are seeking an experienced Asset Manager with strong expertise in renewable energy asset management to oversee and optimize the performance of a diversified portfolio of assets across Italy. Reporting to the Head of Asset Management and O&M Italy, the role will be responsible for maximizing asset value, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing key stakeholders, and driving operational and financial performance throughout the asset lifecycle.
The successful candidate will Act as a key interface and trusted partner for internal teams
(technical, finance, legal, ESG) and external stakeholders (O&M providers, lenders, advisors, regulators, and local authorities). At Alpiq, your energy matters!
Your main responsibilities
Lead the operational and financial management of a portfolio of solar PV, wind, and mini‑hydro assets in Italy
Develop and implement asset management strategies to optimize performance, availability, and value
Monitor KPIs, production data, budgets, and cash flows to ensure targets are achieved
Manage asset‑level budgets, forecasts, and long‑term financial models
Ensure compliance with financing agreements, lender reporting, and covenant requirements
Oversee key contracts (O&M, PPA, land lease, insurance) and manage external partners
Ensure compliance with Italian regulatory frameworks and monitor market developments
Lead and support the Asset Management team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
Your Impact
As Senior Asset Manager, you will play a critical role in safeguarding and enhancing the value of a strategically important renewable energy portfolio in Italy. Your impact will include:
Value Creation: Driving EBITDA growth and long-term asset value through performance optimization, cost control, and strategic initiatives (refinancing, contract optimization).
Financial Performance: Protecting cash flow stability and ensuring compliance with financing structures and shareholders return expectations.
Operational Excellence: Increasing asset availability and improving technical performance across the portfolio.
Risk Mitigation: Proactively identifying and managing operational, regulatory, and market risks to preserve downside protection.
Your Profile
Master's degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or a related field
7–10 years of experience in renewable energy asset management, infrastructure, or IPP environments
Strong knowledge of the Italian renewable energy market and regulatory framework and strong experience in O&M contract management
Experience managing utility‑scale solar and/or wind assets
Solid experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and performance optimization
Familiarity with project finance structures and lender requirements
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills
Fluency in Italian and English, written and spoken
Your benefits
Competitive salary package
Market-oriented salary
Training and development
Diverse opportunities for career growth
Flexible work models
Various flexible work models
Inclusion is at the heart of Alpiq
At Alpiq, we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment, where everyone can bring their ‘whole selves’ to work and feel valued, respected, and heard. This principle is central to our company’s purpose, values, and leadership approach. We strongly believe that organizations thrive through the inclusion of diversity. Everyone’s energy matters regardless of characteristics, such as age, gender, nationality, language, sexual orientation and identity, religion, social or ethnic background or any other personal traits.
Data protection
At Alpiq, data privacy is an important topic. Please therefore take note of the corresponding Privacy Notice that appears in the online application form and explains in detail the purpose for which we process your personal data. It is of great concern to us to inform you as transparently as possible and process your data only in a fair manner.