General Information
Job Title : Business Development Leader (Investment & Strategic Development)
Department : Energy solutions and infrastructure related department
Location : London or Amsterdam
Department
The department focuses on developing and managing projects in the energy solutions and infrastructure sector. It supports investment, project coordination, and business development across the European region. The department works closely with global teams and partners to deliver sustainable and long-term infrastructure solutions.
Job Description / Responsibilities:
Investment & Strategic Development / M&A
Lead M&A transactions in the energy solutions and infrastructure sector
Originate, evaluate and execute project investment opportunities
Develop financial models, valuations, business case analyses and investment structures
Structure finance transactions, lead lender negotiations
Manage due diligence processes across financial, tax, legal, commercial and technical areas
Portfolio Management / PMI
Plan and execute post-merger integration (PMI), with a focus on financial and operational aspects
Oversee portfolio companies, including cash management, accounting, tax compliance and financial governance
Drive operational optimization and value creation initiatives
Stakeholder Management & Market Development
Build and maintain networks with investment banks, developers and corporate partners
Manage relationships with the Japan headquarters and business partners across Europe
Prepare materials to support board-level and executive decision-making
Originate new investment opportunities in the broader energy transition sector
Requirements & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher
5–10 years of professional experience in trading companies, investment banks, consulting firms (finance/legal advisory, etc.) or similar
Experience in cross-border stakeholder management
Proactive mindset, strong teamwork skills and leadership capability
Proven experience in project finance or corporate investment
Knowledge in at least one of the following areas: accounting, legal, tax or finance
Strong business-level English communication skills
Familiarity with Japanese companies and Japanese business culture
Experience in energy solutions or infrastructure investments / business development (Preferred)
Cross-border M&A experience (Preferred)
Employment Terms
Working hours : Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30 (lunch 12:30-13:30)
Monthly Salary : For London, GBP 70K / For Amsterdam, EUR 60K-80K
Employment type : Full time
Reporting Line : For London, GM / For Amsterdam, Department GM
Working style : Office (maximum two days WFH/week)
Business trip : Require international travel (mainly in EU) as needed (30%)
We regret to inform applicants that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.
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