Senior Transactions & Partnerships Officer

Parkwind develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. Since 2023 Parkwind has been wholly owned by JERA, the Japanese energy group that is one of the world’s largest electricity producers. It is now part of JERA Nex, JERA’s renewable energy subsidiary.
With more than a decade of experience and 1028MW under operational management worldwide, Parkwind is currently expanding internationally. Our team of 160 professionals works from Belgium (Leuven & Ostend), Germany, Ireland, Norway, Greece, Australia, and New Zealand, and is committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone.

Parkwind as an employer
At Parkwind, we want to create a better world for future generations by making offshore wind energy available to all. We are ambitious and set the bar high for ourselves with enthusiasm, not only today but also tomorrow. This is not a short-term job but requires a long-term commitment and vision for the future.
And we realize that changing the future starts with ourselves. Parkwind's real magic lies in people. We do business with people, for people. And that is why we find it essential to work together in an open and safe environment, where everyone feels welcome and can contribute optimally.

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.

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.

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!