Head of Business Development & Transaction Management (m/f/x)

  • Essen
  • 01.01.2025
  • Full-time
  • Permanent

Introduction

Hi, we are SENS - we develop and operate renewable energy plants throughout Europe as an Independent Power Producer (IPP) in the solar and wind sectors. We are actively and passionately committed to the expansion of sustainable projects in order to shape a future with 100% good energy.

What you can expect

  • Cross-market management and coordination of the activities of the BD & Transaction Management team in the European target markets
  • Responsibility for the professional and disciplinary management of employees, including the further development of the team
  • Management and coordination of all phases of the M&A processes for the sale of project rights
  • Preparation of documents for the transaction process incl. teaser, process letter, information memorandum
  • Negotiation of SPAs
  • Coordination of external advisors for the due diligence process
  • Contact person for (potential) investors
  • Identification of suitable sales, investment and participation opportunities in the European target markets, including potential co-investors and alternative financing options (e.g. crowd financing)
  • Continuous and independent expansion of the network and close exchange with potential partners
  • Responsibility for the implementation of the sales strategy
  • Anticipation of market trends
  • Support for continuous process improvement and standardization
  • Preparation of regular reports on key figures and deviations from targets, including definition of improvement measures
  • Active participation in trade fairs, conferences and similar events
  • Coordination of other projects in the area of Business Development & Transaction Management

What you bring with you

  • Successfully completed studies (Master's degree, diploma) in energy technology, business administration, engineering or comparable qualification with several years of professional experience
  • Leadership skills as a leader, empathetic team player and motivator
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • A flair and passion for the PV industry paired with the ability to think innovatively and “out of the box”
  • Business fluent in German and English
  • High level of management and coordination skills with regard to cross-divisional cooperation
  • Independent way of working and a clear image of transparency & self-organization
  • Negotiation strategist
  • Excellent network in the European PV industry
  • Several years of sales and management experience in the PV environment, ideally in an M&A context in the sale/purchase of projects/project rights in the utility scale segment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of setting up and managing sales organizations, agile management and sales support functions such as sales operations, sales enablement & sales excellence

What we offer you

  • Good Future: Best career opportunities in a fast-growing industry of the future
  • Good Opportunities: plenty of room for development in a company with perspectives
  • Good Vibes: Great team spirit, flat hierarchies and a relaxed atmosphere
  • Good Impact: Meaningful tasks and opportunities to help shape the company
  • Good Times: Flexible working hours & work-life balance
  • Good Health: Ergonomic working environment, fitness offers & freshly cooked food by Nicole
  • Good Perspectives: Further training & company pension scheme
  • Good Start: Onboarding with mentor programme for a wonderful start 
  • & Good Energy :-)

Contact person for your application:

Nicole Blasch

HR Business Partner
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