Investment Manager - Renewable Energy (Denmark)
Do you have a passion for M&A and want to play an integral role in the world’s transition to clean power?
Investment into new renewable energy developments and assets is continuing to grow and has accounted for the largest share of overall spend in new power generation.
As a result, M&A activity in the green energy space is strong and the demand for experienced investment professionals is growing.
Circular Search is retained by an exciting and ambitious advisory firm, focused on the renewable energy sector, to identify an Investment Manager that is experienced in M&A transactions and complex commercial agreements.
About Our Client
Our client is a dynamic transaction services company that provides expert advisory in investment, divestment, and formation of partnerships, on behalf of leading investment firms, asset managers, venture funds, and owners of private organisations.
Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, our client has assisted in a number of international transactions, including major onshore wind farms and offshore wind developments in Denmark, UK, the US, Taiwan and Australia.
The Opportunity
Our client has identified the need to appoint an Investment Manager that is experienced in M&A transactions and managing deals from origination and due diligence through to negotiation and closing.
The requirement has arisen due to the ongoing success of the firm, the need for further capacity and bandwidth to service existing and future clients, and the ambitious growth plans the CEO has for the company.
The ideal candidate will be a proven legal or finance professional that is experienced in high stakes contract negotiations, M&A, buy- and sell-side transaction management, partnership, and joint venture development, drafting public tender submissions and grant applications, as well as a wide range of complex commercial agreements.
It would be ideal if the successful candidate has experience in the renewable energy industry or a similar sector with transferrable skillset such as, oil and energy, shipping, or real estate. Experience from other sectors will also be welcomed and is therefore an excellent opportunity for those with great interest and enthusiasm for renewable energy to transition to the ‘green side’.
Furthermore, our client offers the opportunity to be involved in the early stages of a young business that is ambitious and has exciting growth plans. You will play an integral role in the development, strategy, and overall shaping of the company. This is an exceptional opportunity for those that possess an entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for business.
You will have complete ownership of your work, operate independently whilst in a highly collaborative environment, and enjoy flexibility and true work-life balance with the ability to work in the company offices, client offices or at home, depending on what is best for you. You will have the freedom to attend to personal commitments when needed and be able to manage your work around your life.
This position is a key role that is vital to the evolution and further success of the business.
Your Profile
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated commercial, legal, finance and/or contracts management leader that ideally holds experience in the renewable energy sector or other energy sectors with a specific desire to play an integral role in the green transition.
As the second hire and employee of the firm, you will be integral to the company’s success and contribute to the achievement of the long-term strategic goals. You will be driven by a passion for renewable energy and have an urge to make a difference in the industry and towards the green transition through their expertise.
You should have a personal drive to always deliver high quality and have a sense of accountability towards the company and project, as well as every one of your colleagues and clients.
You will ideally be well connected and have strong interpersonal communication and relationship management skills are essential to influence and manage key stakeholders at all levels. This includes proven joint venture/partnership management, and relevant exposure negotiating and managing a range of transactions and agreements from inception through to close.
Being a strong communicator who can at the same time work collaboratively with the existing business structure, you will be detail orientated and committed to meeting deadlines. It is important that they have a strong contractual understanding, commercial acumen, strategic and legal prowess.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for providing expert contractual and commercial advice and guidance to the respective clients, guiding them through complex M&A transaction processes.
You will be involved in the legal structuring of deals and transactions, advising clients on the most appropriate solutions.
You will draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, partnership agreements, and commercial contracts.
You will lead public tender submissions and grant applications to regional and national governments, as well as other governing bodies.
You will be involved in strategic planning and identification of buyers, when representing sell-side, lead the sales process and prepare the required documentation.
You will develop relationships with key clients and stakeholders, as well as build a strong network within the industry, including JV partners, banks, lawyers and other advisors.
You will play an integral role in the development, strategy, and overall shaping of the business.
If of interest, you will identify new business opportunities and promote the company, it’s services, and vision to the industry and prospective clients.
Key Requirements
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, knowledge and experience:
Degree educated in Law (LLB, LLM, J.D., PhD etc.), or Finance, and ideally hold an MBA or similar.
Hold experience with investors, developers, specialist advisors and consultants, or law firms, with exposure to renewable energy developments and assets such as, onshore and offshore wind, power-to-X, biomass, and solar.
Experience in other industries and sectors will also be welcomed. This could include individuals that have an aspiration to transition from infrastructure or conventional energy sectors into renewables.
A minimum of 8 years’ postgraduate experience and direct, relevant track record in providing legal and commercial advice in relation to M&A transactions such as; the investment, acquisition and / or divestment of renewable energy assets.
Experience in a wide range of contractual and commercial matters across the lifecycle of renewable energy developments from origination and investment through to exit.
Experience in drafting public tender submissions and grant applications.
Proven in the creation of joint venture/partnership agreements.
Ability to analyse complex challenges and develop appropriate solutions that are commercially, strategically and contractually sound.
Working closely with both internal and external stakeholders
Further to the required commercial experience, the ideal person must be highly motivated and aspire to be integral to the further growth and success of the business.
Enjoy working in an international workplace with multi-cultural teams.
Professional attitude, high work ethics and high energy level. Flexible style and ability to work under pressure and getting things done both independently as well as in teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Danish and English. Other language skills will be welcomed due to the international portfolio of projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint.
Your Career
Continue to grow your career in a high energy environment, alongside colleagues with a true passion for their work and commitment to providing the best possible solutions to their clients’ challenges. You will be joining an exciting business at the very early stages yet have the support and backing of highly experienced colleagues.
You will have a hands-on role with international transactions relating to some of the most exciting onshore wind, offshore wind, solar, biomass and power-to-X developments in the world. You will work closely with clients that are considered true industry leaders and at the forefront of the global green transition.
You will have the opportunity to be exposed to a broad range of M&A activity and gain commercial and strategic experience. Your career progression, learning and development will be of the utmost importance, and our client will provide the platform you require to achieve your personal and professional goals.
Further to establishing yourself as an expert in renewable energy M&A, you will also have the opportunity to hone your skills as an entrepreneur. Alongside the rest of the team, you will play a role in the design and implementation of business process and systems, marketing and branding, and overall strategy.
Ultimately, you will play an integral role in the development and success of major renewable energy developments on a global scale and be integral to the growth and success of a highly ambitious start-up.
Remuneration and Package
Salary will be dependent on the individual’s experience and expectations, which is to be discussed with Circular Search.
Circular Search
Accelerating the green transition through circular talent acquisition.
We are dedicated to a cleaner future. Our mission is to facilitate your growth and success through the recruitment of the people needed to develop and operate critical renewable energy initiatives on a global scale.
Circular Search specialises in the recruitment of project development, commercial and financial professionals that play an integral role in the investment, development, and operation of renewable energy projects.
We are experts in finding and attracting the best-fit people for your business. Our team has extensive experience in the inclusive search and selection of professionals that are proven in utility-scale solar PV, BESS, onshore and offshore wind, and Power-to-X.
