<p><b>ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.</b></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Description</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><ul><li><p>Drive strategic growth through high-impact M&amp;A, investments, and innovation.</p></li><li><p>Shape the future by scouting new markets and startup opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver transformative business outcomes.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Opportunity</b></p><p></p><p>We are looking for a Corporate Development and Innovation Senior Advisor to come join our team in Sydney. In this key role you will drive the Group’s growth by leading corporate development and strategic initiatives to maximise profitability.</p><p></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Corporate Development and Innovation, it spans two key areas: Corporate Development &amp; M&amp;A, where it oversees strategic transactions, special projects, and business planning; and Innovation &amp; Scouting, identifying new ventures, start-up investments, and breakthrough opportunities to future-proof the business.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead corporate development initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, investments, divestments, and special projects outside the ordinary course of business.</p></li><li><p>Manage the investment lifecycle across assets, divisions, and new ventures, while overseeing internal restructures to align with strategic goals.</p></li><li><p>Identify and evaluate new market opportunities to support long-term business growth</p></li><li><p>Conduct financial modelling and market analysis to support strategic initiatives and uncover innovative, entrepreneurial ideas that create synergies across Acciona entities.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with Business Development leads and department heads to drive Acciona’s innovation agenda, including structured investment planning in startups.</p></li></ul><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Required Skills and Competencies</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><ul><li><p>You need strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex business challenges.</p></li><li><p>Excellent planning and organisational abilities are essential for managing multiple strategic initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Confidence and persuasive communication are key to gaining stakeholder commitment and driving collaboration.</p></li><li><p>The role requires the ability to influence cross-functional teams and work directly with senior leaders, including Directors, supported by a Bachelor of Commerce and at least five years of operational and management experience in the construction industry.</p></li></ul><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p>ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 &amp; 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia &amp; New Zealand.</p><p></p><p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

<p class="break-words white-space-pre-wrap t-black--light text-body-medium">Leaders in developing regenerative infrastructure to design a better planet. Our offer covers the whole value chain, from design and construction to operation and maintenance. We develop our business activities based on the desire to contribute to economic and social development in the communities in which we operate. We execute our sustainability strategy through a Sustainability Master Plan, a road map containing all the initiatives of the Company in this field. Our aim is to lead the transition towards a low-carbon economy, bringing quality criteria and innovation processes to all projects in order to optimize the efficient use of resources and respect the environment. We have been a carbon neutral company since 2016, but we go further and want to create a positive impact, with people and the planet at the center.</p>

 Corporate Development and Innovation Senior Advisor

<p><b>ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.</b></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p><b>Job Description</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><ul><li><p>Drive strategic growth through high-impact M&amp;A, investments, and innovation.</p></li><li><p>Shape the future by scouting new markets and startup opportunities.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with senior leaders to deliver transformative business outcomes.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Opportunity</b></p><p></p><p>We are looking for a Corporate Development and Innovation Senior Advisor to come join our team in Sydney. In this key role you will drive the Group’s growth by leading corporate development and strategic initiatives to maximise profitability.</p><p></p><p>Reporting to the Head of Corporate Development and Innovation, it spans two key areas:&nbsp;Corporate Development &amp; M&amp;A, where it oversees strategic transactions, special projects, and business planning; and&nbsp;Innovation &amp; Scouting, identifying new ventures, start-up investments, and breakthrough opportunities to future-proof the business.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead corporate development initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, investments, divestments, and special projects outside the ordinary course of business.</p></li><li><p>Manage the investment lifecycle across assets, divisions, and new ventures, while overseeing internal restructures to align with strategic goals.</p></li><li><p>Identify and evaluate new market opportunities to support long-term business growth</p></li><li><p>Conduct financial modelling and market analysis to support strategic initiatives and uncover innovative, entrepreneurial ideas that create synergies across Acciona entities.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with Business Development leads and department heads to drive Acciona’s innovation agenda, including structured investment planning in startups.</p></li></ul><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p><b>Required Skills and Competencies</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><ul><li><p>You need strong analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate complex business challenges.</p></li><li><p>Excellent planning and organisational abilities are essential for managing multiple strategic initiatives.</p></li><li><p>Confidence and persuasive communication are key to gaining stakeholder commitment and driving collaboration.</p></li><li><p>The role requires the ability to influence cross-functional teams and work directly with senior leaders, including Directors, supported by a Bachelor of Commerce and at least five years of operational and management experience in the construction industry.</p></li></ul><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p>ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 &amp; 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia &amp; New Zealand.</p><p></p><p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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