Expansion Manager - Real Estate

About Electra

Born in 2021, Electra is helping to shift usage towards electric mobility by tackling the main obstacle that is recharging. Electra is constantly innovating to make recharging electric vehicles easier, with a network of fast recharging stations (20 minutes on average) and a simplified user experience. Based in Paris, Lyon, Brussels, Madrid, Zurich, Vienna, Munich, Milan and Amsterdam, Electra’s teams aim to deploy a network of 15,000 fast charging points by 2030.

Mission

We’re building the largest and most efficient fast‑charging network in Italy. Our Real Estate Development team identifies and secures high‑potential sites—from shopping centers to parking lots and major retail chains—to develop the charging stations of tomorrow. As Expansion Manager, you’ll be on the front line, driving growth by acquiring new locations and building long‑term partnerships with key stakeholders across the Italian territory.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and negotiate real estate opportunities for Electra’s fast‑charging stations across Italy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with real estate owners, developers, and retail partners.
• Lead the entire sales cycle, from prospecting and first contact to deal closing and onboarding.
• Coordinate internally with technical, legal, and deployment teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Monitor the market to anticipate trends, new opportunities, and potential risks.

Profile

• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or key account management, with a proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and close strategic deals.
• Results‑driven, resilient, and thrive in fast‑paced environments.
• Familiarity with the Italian real estate ecosystem and major retail players.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders.
• Quick learner with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluency in Italian; English is a must, French is a nice‑to‑have.
• Excellent at building trust‑based relationships and understanding client needs.

Benefits & What Electra offers

• An entrepreneurial journey.
• A motivated, driven and passionate team of 220+ professionals.
• A flexible, inclusive and international work environment.
• An attractive package.
• A great professional challenge in a fast‑growing scale‑up.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Electra, we are firmly committed to equal opportunities and reject all forms of discrimination related to religion, cultural origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.