Business Area Wind is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind, as well as other non-hydro renewable initiatives like PV/Solar and batteries. We currently develop, construct and operate wind generation assets across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK.

To reach Vattenfall’s goal, fossil freedom, our Strategy and Transactions department within Onshore Wind is now looking for a talented individual who combine personal drive with strong team spirit and a passion for contributing to a meaningful corporate mission.

The Strategy and Transactions department enables the successful development of onshore wind projects by preparing and executing transaction processes in collaboration with the project development team and group M&A. We also play a key role in the development of the portfolio by steering the pipeline through acquisitions, partnerships, divestments, and by supporting country specific units with setting long-term plans. With deep market insight and proximity to the market, we also drive and support cross-functional strategic initiatives and the annual strategy process for the Business Unit. The role offers you the opportunity to be an integral part in creating the new energy landscape.

As a Senior Transaction Manager , you will lead the development and execution of sell-side and buy-side transactions across our entire project portfolio, but also be responsible for other commercial topics and business development. Together with an international team, you will work closely with project development teams, M&A, Markets, while maintaining regular exposure to Vattenfall’s top management. You will report to the Director of Strategy & Transactions within BA Wind’s Onshore Business Unit.

Your responsibilities
We offer an exciting and varied position within Vattenfall’s Wind business - a large renewable energy developer offering excellent career opportunities. The position is a combination of transaction management and business development where you will work in an international team, closely with the German Onshore Wind project development teams, M&A, Markets, and with regular exposure to top management within Vattenfall. The role offers you a chance to be an integral part in creating the new energy landscape.

• Lead Transactions on both buy and sell side, including internal approvals, identifying leads, due diligences, and negotiation of commercial terms and conditions
• Manage stakeholder engagement and build up market intelligence to derive value maximizing strategies for projects and portfolios
• Develop and implement commercial tools (i.e. model for financial participation by third parties, Joint Development Agreements, or Cooperation Agreements)
• Lead Strategic Development by driving the evolution of BU Onshore strategies, including strategic projects, yearly strategy process, country roadmaps
• Lead Revenue Management to optimize value in e.g. potentially securing project PPA:s

• Academic degree in a relevant field, ideally Finance or Engineering
• Several years of work experience within management consulting, a transaction role at a wind developer, M&A or as a business developer in a line organization
• First-hand experience with the wind energy or renewable energy sector
• Experience in leading multi-interface projects in an international environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function well in a team environment
• Fluency in German and English both written and oral is a must
• Proven negotiation experience and skills are considered an advantage

For more information about the position, you are welcome to contact hiring manager Helena Nielsen, helena.nielsen@vattenfall.com , or regarding the recruitment process you are welcome to contact recruiter Catalina Roa Rodriguez, catalina.roarodriguez@vattenfall.com .

Location: Hamburg or Berlin.

We welcome your application no later than 21st September . We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our career’s website. We do not use cover letters in this process. Selection and interviews are held after the last application date.

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall and will be performed by a third party, Validata.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Vattenfall is a leading European energy company driving the transition to a sustainable energy system. We have been electrifying industries, powering homes and transforming life through innovation for more than 100 years. We employ around 21 000 people mostly in our core markets in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the UK.