Senior Transactions & Partnerships Officer

As of July 26th, 2023 Parkwind operates as part of JERA Co., Inc. Parkwind is a green energy company that develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. With more than a decade of experience and 771 MW under operational management in the Belgian North Sea, Parkwind is currently expanding internationally and has an active development pipeline of 4.5GW (net) across a number of European and other markets where it is working with a number of credible partners. Parkwind is also constructing the 257MW Arcadis Ost 1 project in Germany which expected to reach full operation in 2024. Committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone through its unique approach covering the entire value chain of offshore wind, Parkwind has established itself as a reliable and competitive partner to communities, governments and suppliers globally. Composed of over 150 professionals operating in Belgium, UK, Germany, Ireland, Norway, Greece, Australia and New Zealand.

We are seeking a Senior Transactions and Partnerships Officer to reinforce its business development department and work alongside some of the world’s leading offshore energy experts, while learning, growing and building a sustainable future.

Join our dynamic team and be a part of ensuring the future of energy and the success of our organisation. If you are a self-motivated Business Development professional, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Your role:

• Expanding Parkwind’s/Jera’s presence by establishing new strategic partnerships, from identifying partners to negotiating partnership agreements, in accordance with the company’s strategy, and in close collaboration with Parkwind’s in-house legal counsel;
• Supporting transaction processes (M&A acquisitions and divestments), in an efficient manner, from opportunity sourcing, term sheet negotiation, due diligence, negotiation of transaction documents, execution and closing, all in a timely fashion and in accordance with Parkwind’s strategy and processes;
• Working in close collaboration with the rest of business development department, and under the guidance of the M&A Manager to ensure the structure and terms of partnerships and deals are consistent with corporate strategy;
• Soliciting input from and ensuring alignment among internal stakeholders;
• Representing Parkwind in interactions and negotiations with counterparties and at industry events with outstanding competence, professionalism, and integrity;
• Monitoring and analysing industry and market trends to obtain relevant intelligence and provide strategic insights;
• Preparing relevant internal documents and presentations for the management and/or board.

Your profile:

• Team player with academic qualifications in either, finance, legal, and/or business administration;
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in either M&A, investment banking, management consulting, business development, preferably combined with a relevant experience in the renewable energy industry;
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills;
• Sound time management, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills;
• Open, problem-solving and critical mindset; ability to analyze and synthetize;
• Strong presentation skills;
• Fluent in English;
• Ability to work well under pressure and capable of meeting tight deadlines.

We offer:

• A position in a rapidly growing company with ambitious goals, that believes in a sustainable future;
• A dynamic, stimulating and flexible work environment with a real work-life balance;
• A team spirit atmosphere;
• A challenging function with responsibilities;
• An attractive and competitive salary based on your training, experience and skills.