CEO & Business Partner

Executive Search: CEO & Business Partner — Switzerland Branch

Company: Solar Energy Saga

Job Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Proposed Swiss Office: Haus Gryffenberg, Bahnhofstrasse 10, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Employment Type: Full-Time

Workplace Type: On-site

About Us

Solar Energy Saga is presented as an international trade and clean energy infrastructure investment group focused on renewable energy, photovoltaic technology, and European energy transition opportunities.

As part of our planned European expansion, we intend to establish a Swiss subsidiary to develop commercial opportunities across Switzerland and the wider DACH region.

Our business focus includes industrial rooftop solar installations, residential and commercial building photovoltaic retrofits, and building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV).

We aim to connect property owners, industrial businesses, technology providers, investors, and project developers to support commercially viable clean energy solutions.

About the Role

We are seeking an entrepreneurial CEO & Business Partner to lead the development of our planned Swiss operations.

We welcome candidates from diverse professional backgrounds. We are looking for a commercially driven leader with an established Swiss business network, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to develop strategic partnerships.

The primary focus will be identifying and advancing industrial factory and residential or commercial building photovoltaic retrofit projects across Switzerland.

Candidates with established relationships among factory owners, commercial property developers, residential property portfolio managers, institutional investors, or relevant local stakeholders are particularly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities
Lead business development and market-entry initiatives across Switzerland
Build relationships with industrial property owners, commercial real estate developers, building portfolio managers, and institutional clients
Identify and develop industrial rooftop solar and building retrofit opportunities
Promote suitable energy-as-a-service (ESCO), rooftop leasing, and building-integrated photovoltaic solutions
Develop strategic relationships with solar manufacturers, EPC contractors, investors, and technical service providers
Lead commercial negotiations and establish long-term B2B partnerships
Coordinate project feasibility assessments, technical evaluations, and financial proposals with relevant specialists
Build and manage a qualified pipeline of prospective solar projects
Develop local market strategies and oversee commercial performance
Coordinate with international management and supply chain partners
Ensure compliance with applicable Swiss corporate, contractual, and regulatory requirements
Key Requirements
Proven experience in executive leadership, entrepreneurship, business development, or strategic partnerships
An established professional network in Switzerland, particularly in real estate, industrial manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, or investment
Strong commercial negotiation, relationship management, and resource integration skills
A demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and develop commercially viable projects
Fluency in German or French and professional working proficiency in English
Understanding of Swiss business culture and local commercial practices
Excellent communication, strategic planning, and stakeholder management capabilities
Willingness to travel throughout Switzerland when required

Candidates from any industry are welcome if they can demonstrate relevant leadership experience, a strong local network, and a track record of successful business development.

Compensation & Benefits
Proposed annual base salary: CHF 300,000, subject to formal approval and written employment terms
Approved business expenses and business travel reimbursements
Proposed project commission: 2.5% on eligible completed factory or building PV retrofit contracts, subject to a written commission agreement
Potential executive partnership and participation in the Swiss entity's profits, subject to agreed milestones and formal arrangements

The final compensation package, commission structure, and partnership terms will be discussed confidentially with qualified candidates.

Strategic Partnerships

The proposed business model involves collaboration with photovoltaic manufacturers, technology suppliers, project developers, and energy infrastructure partners.

Any specific supplier relationship or strategic partnership will be subject to verification and formal agreements.

How to Apply

Interested executives, senior business developers, and qualified candidates are invited to submit a current CV outlining their leadership experience, Swiss business network, and relevant commercial achievements.

Qualified candidates will be invited to a confidential discussion regarding the Swiss expansion strategy, role responsibilities, compensation, and potential partnership arrangements.

All employment and partnership terms are subject to due diligence, formal approval, and written agreements.

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