Company Description
Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe's largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, and gas-fired power. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations and has around 6,200 employees in 20 countries.
We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match
Business Area Europe is responsible for developing and owning Statkraft’s renewable energy portfolio outside the Nordics, with a primary focus on wind, solar and battery storage. The business area also leads the execution of major projects, group procurement and the development of new business opportunities.
The Investment and Execution unit comprises 20 colleagues across Europe. We provide commercial and investment support throughout business, project and portfolio development, and lead selected acquisition, sell-down and partnership processes. The team also develops valuation assumptions for sell-down cases and builds relationships with institutional investors and strategic partners.
Job Description
- Lead the commercial evaluation and development of wind, solar and battery projects and portfolios across Statkraft’s priority European markets, initially focusing on the UK and Ireland.
- Lead or support acquisitions, sell-downs, partnerships and other strategic transactions from initial assessment through negotiation and execution.
- Build, review and quality-assure financial models, valuations and investment cases, and translate the analysis into clear recommendations for decision-makers.
- Develop commercial strategies and secure routes to market, including government auctions, corporate PPAs and other offtake structures.
- Structure, negotiate and manage joint ventures and strategic partnerships.
- Strengthen Statkraft’s commercial proposition to partners and investors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with financial investors, industry partners and advisers.
Qualifications
- A relevant university degree and substantial experience in investment, M&A, strategy, project finance or a comparable commercial role.
- Strong understanding of renewable energy project economics, valuation and the key value drivers for wind, solar and battery storage investments.
- Proven experience leading complex projects and transactions involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills, with the ability to identify key risks and communicate decision-relevant insights clearly.
- Strong commercial judgement and negotiation skills, combined with a collaborative and pragmatic working style.
- Experience with PPAs, routes to market, joint ventures or financial investors is an advantage.
- High integrity, sound judgement and the ability to manage several priorities in a fast-paced international environment.
- Excellent written and spoken English; proficiency in another major European language is an advantage.
Additional Information
A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.
This includes:
- A senior commercial role with direct influence on major renewable energy investments and strategic decisions across Europe.
- Exposure to a broad portfolio of wind, solar and battery projects, transactions and partnerships.
- The opportunity to work across markets and disciplines with experienced colleagues in an international organisation.
- A collaborative environment that supports professional development, internal mobility and continuous learning.
- A competitive compensation and benefits package, aligned with local market practices.
- The opportunity to contribute to the energy transition in a company committed to responsible and sustainable value creation.
Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorisation.
Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.
Business Units: EB - Business Support & Portfolio Mgmt.
