An organization, the largest sustainable heat supplier in the Netherlands, is committed to zero CO₂ emissions and sustainable heating and cooling solutions. They develop, realize, and manage energy systems for homes and buildings. The organization is growing rapidly, both organically and through acquisitions and strategic partnerships. This role is new and crucial for strengthening its position in the Dutch market. It requires an entrepreneurial mindset to establish a new function.
What you do
- Central point of contact for acquisitions and strategic partnerships in the Dutch market
- Reports to the Head of M&A
- Works closely with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal) and external advisors
- Monitors the process, asks the right questions, and closes deals
- Screens potential acquisition candidates and manages the Dutch M&A pipeline
- Manages the entire M&A process from initiation to execution, including due diligence, negotiations
- Evaluates business cases, valuations, and investment opportunities and translates them into clear advice
- Acts as a central point of contact for external advisors and monitors the progress of ongoing projects
- Identifies new investment and market opportunities that align with the growth strategy and actively contributes to shaping that strategy further
What they ask
- A nose for M&A deals, proactive and initiative-taking
- Understanding of the financial side and experience with financial modeling and valuation models
- Ability to switch, persuade, and manage M&A processes
- Comfortable in a private equity-driven environment
Profile
- Completed university degree (WO) in a relevant field
- 3 to 6 years of experience in M&A, investment banking, transaction advisory, or infrastructure investing
- Demonstrable experience in independently managing M&A processes from origination to closing, including financial analysis, due diligence, valuation, and negotiations, preferably within the infrastructure, energy, or utilities sector
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English
- Commercially oriented, well-organized
- Experience with financial modeling is a plus
Practical
- 12-month contract with the prospect of a permanent position
- 43 vacation days per year (13 of which are paid out, pro rata)
- Pension through BPF Bouw, with a high employer contribution
- Budget for home office setup via a well-known electronics retailer
- Reimbursement for a gym membership
- Monthly contribution to supplementary health insurance
- Personal annual plan with manager and training budget for continuous growth
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