Strategy & M&A Advisor

3 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Scatec Full time R1 500 000 - R2 500 000 per year
Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Strategy & M&A Advisor in Oslo, Norway/Cape Town, SA, or Cairo, Egypt to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Senior Strategy & M&A Advisor you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing Scatec's corporate strategy and strategic transactions. This position is responsible for creating, documenting, and implementing group-wide strategies in close collaboration with the CEO, CFO, and the full Executive Management Team (EMT). The role also leads project-based strategy support across the organization and manages end-to-end M&A processes to support Scatec's growth ambitions, including acquisitions, divestments, and platform partnerships.

Main responsibilities 

Strategy Development & Implementation

  • Drive the annual strategy cycle ("strategy wheel") from development to execution
  • Secure external insights on industry trends, competition, and market developments
  • Consolidate strategic input and ensure organizational alignment and buy-in
  • Prepare high-quality materials for strategic discussions and decision-making
  • Lead strategy implementation and communication planning across the organization
  • Provide prioritized strategic support and lead corporate projects with EMT engagement
  • Ensure alignment between strategy and operations across business units
  • Co-lead business development initiatives and pursue new growth opportunities

M&A and Transaction Advisory

  • Support and lead transaction processes for renewable energy projects across all deal stages
  • Provide commercial, financial, and strategic advice on M&A activities
  • Develop materials and negotiate valuations and terms with counterparties
  • Support integration planning and strategic rationale for key transactions
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, legal, asset management, and BD teams
  • Drive partnership and joint venture efforts for emerging opportunities

Stakeholder & Resource Management

  • Present strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders including CEO, CFO, and EMT
  • Manage internal and external resources within allocated budgets
  • Prioritize workstreams within the Strategy & M&A function
  • Align messaging with strategic initiatives through early engagement with communications

Qualifications and competencies 

  • University degree in Business, Economics, Law, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 7+ years of relevant experience in strategy, consulting, investment banking, or corporate M&A.
  • International Experience in renewable energy markets, particularly in emerging economies, is an advantage.
  • Proven track record in strategy development, partnership establishment, and transaction execution.
  • Deep understanding of power and renewable energy markets.
  • Strong grasp of business fundamentals and economic analysis techniques.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Personal Traits

  • Visionary and structured, with a passion for innovation and strategic thinking.
  • Motivational and people-minded, able to inspire others during strategy rollout.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and results-driven attitude.
  • Team-oriented with a collaborative and can-do approach.
  • Externally oriented and able to travel up to 50%

It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

  • Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
  • Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
  • Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
  • Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offerScatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis. 



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