M&A Project and Business Development Associate

M&A Project and Business Development Associate

With more than 1,400 employees, the Powerlines Group is one of Europe's leading providers in the electrification of rail infrastructure for local mass transit and mainline and a long-standing, reliable partner in the construction of energy transmission infrastructure. In the eMobility business segment, we are a solution provider in the field of electric mobility for truck and bus depots. Powerlines Group is part of EQUANS - one of the world’s leading providers of multi-technical services with over 90,000 employees in 20 countries around the globe. Powerlines Group GmbH (company location Wolkersdorf, 20 km from Vienna) is looking for you in the area of Mergers & Acquisitions / Business Development for the markets Germany, Austria, UK, Scandinavia.

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on M&A Project and Business Development Associate to support our corporate growth initiatives. This role will play a critical part in identifying, analyzing, and executing mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and other strategic investments. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a passion for strategic business development.

Your responsibilities in the M&A area:

• Market Analysis: Research industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities to identify potential targets for (outbound) mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Due Diligence: Support due diligence processes by coordinating with cross-functional teams, reviewing financial statements, and analysing key risks and synergies.
• Strategic Support: Evaluate potential deals (pipeline of investment opportunities) based on alignment with the company’s strategic goals and provide realisable recommendations to the senior leadership team.
• Transaction Support: Create and coordinate investment committee presentations with internal stakeholders, manage and coordinate transaction processes and project management.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with group subsidiaries, headquarters, external advisors, and potential partners.
• Post Merger Integration: Support and structure post-merger integration initiatives and programs.

Your responsibilities in Business Development:

• Strategic Planning: Assist in the development of comprehensive business plans, incorporating market analysis, financial projections, and key performance indicators to support decision-making.
• Strategy and Management Presentations: Create and deliver high-quality presentations and reports for senior management and stakeholders, outlining strategic opportunities and relevant insights.
• Major Projects/Offers: Create and deliver high-quality presentations and reports for senior management and stakeholders for internal project committees. Coordination of project governance processes.
• Implementation Support: Work closely with cross-functional teams to implement key initiatives, monitor progress, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Opportunity Identification: Proactively identify and evaluate new business opportunities, including new markets, product lines, or customer segments, to support growth and revenue diversification.
• Performance Metrics: Track and report the performance of business development initiatives, ensuring they meet or exceed defined goals.

What else should you bring along besides high passion for business development and M&A:

• Completed economic and/or technical study degree (Bachelor, Master, …).
• Strategic interest in topics such as the energy and mobility transition and decarbonisation solutions.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in an analytical work environment or Big4 / Consulting, investment banking, corporate M&A or corporate development.
• Corporate finance know-how incl. financing structures and ideally financial modelling experience appreciated.
• A hands-on mentality and result driven attitude with a proactive approach to drive business development.
• Fluent German and English are a given.
• International experience required and willingness to travel in Europe.

What you can expect from us as a market leader in the field of electrification:

• Permanent employment in a steadily growing company that employs more than 1,400 people across Europe.
• As a stable and successful company in a growing market, we offer our employees long-term, interesting and secure prospects.
• Our in house PowerAcademy will support you in your personal and professional development and ensure that you are well prepared for all challenges the future might bring.
• For this position, a gross salary of at least EUR 70,000/year on an all-in basis is envisaged. We are willing to exceed this remuneration depending on qualifications and experience.

Join us and be a part of our continuing success story and shape actively the future with us. Apply now at: https://jobs.powerlines-group.com/Vacancies/1077/Description/1 You can find more exciting jobs at http://karriere.powerlines-group.com.

Key skills/competency

• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Business Development
• Market Analysis
• Due Diligence
• Strategic Planning
• Financial Modelling
• Corporate Finance
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Post-Merger Integration