Corporate & Project Finance Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 120 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible mobility advantages

Extra-legal pension

Medical care insurance

Résumé du poste

BESIX Group is seeking a Corporate and Project Finance Manager for BESIX Power, based in Belgium. This senior, hands-on role supports the M&A strategy and investments in renewables, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external advisers to deliver strategic projects and transactions.

You will work with development, engineering, finance, tax, legal and operations, reporting to the BESIX Power Director, and engage with lenders and investors to secure financing and optimize value.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in investment banking, M&A advisory, or project finance.
• Strong financial modelling skills and understanding of project and corporate finance.
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage under pressure in a collaborative environment.
• Commercial mindset and value addition focus.
• Fluency in English; other languages a plus.

Responsabilités

• Lead buy-side M&A transactions with due diligence and structuring.
• Build and stress-test investment models and translate outputs into recommendations.
• Negotiate key project contracts (PPA, tolling, EPC, O&M/LTSA).
• Ensure project finance bankability and optimize cost of capital.
• Contribute to portfolio strategy and monitor risks/opportunities.
• Monitor execution and validate investment assumptions with KPIs and reports.
• Oversee cost control, invoicing, budgeting and financial reporting.

Connaissances

Financial modelling

M&A advisory

Project finance

Analytical skills

Communication

Formation

Master’s degree in Finance or Economics

Description du poste

BESIX Groupis a leading multidisciplinary Belgian Group, active in construction, real estate development, and concessions. Founded in 1909, BESIX has grown impressively and now operates across Northern and Eastern Europe, North and Central Africa, the Middle East (via BESIX Construct), as well as in Australia.

The Group distinguishes itself through its internal Engineering Department, offering deep expertise in geotechnical engineering, concrete technology, planning, BIM, System Engineering, and other advanced tools.

BESIX achieved a turnover of EUR 4.1 billion in 2025 and employs approximately 10,000 people across 26+ countries, representing over 80 nationalities.

BESIX is committed through sustainable and responsible practices to leave a positive legacy. We integrate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into our operations. From reducing carbon emissions and promoting circular construction to fostering inclusive workplaces and ethical governance.

Our sustainability charter and roadmap guide us in creating long‑term value for communities, clients, and future generations.

Learn more at:https://www.besix.com

About BESIX Power

As part of BESIX Invest, BESIX Power is an impactful player in the renewable energy sector by developing, acquiring and financing renewable projects across selected European markets such as Belgium, France, Italy, Poland and Greece. We develop, finance, build and operate renewable electricity generation facilities with a solid ecosystem of domestic and international partners.

This position is based in Belgium.

Job Description

In the context of its growing activities abroad, BESIX Power is looking for a new Corporate and Project Finance Manager directly reporting to the BESIX Power Director.

This is a senior, highly hands‑on role for a commercially minded finance professional and an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team active in renewable energy sector.

As Corporate and Project Finance expert, you will play a key role in shaping and executing the M&A strategy, supporting the BESIX Power strategic growth through the evaluation and execution of investments, acquisitions, strategic partnerships and other corporate development initiatives In parallel, you will support the team with project coordination and performance tracking (KPIs), ensuring alignment with executive stakeholders and strategic goals.

You will work closely with cross‑functional teams including development, engineering, finance, tax, legal and operations, and senior management, while collaborating with external advisors, lenders, investors and counterparties to deliver strategic projects and transactions.

• Buy-side M&A transaction: Together with the Director, leading financial appraisal, due diligence, and structuring of BESS and PV transactions, that align with BESIX Power mid‑to‑long‑term strategy.
• Modelling: Build and stress‑test investment models (revenue, degradation, volatility, constraints) and translate outputs into clear investment recommendationsand strategic decision making to the Director.
• Negotiation: Together with Senior Legal evaluate, negotiate, and optimize key project contracts (PPA, tolling, EPC, O&M/LTSA) through a risk‑return lens to protect capital and increase value.
• Project Financing: Ensure projects meet international project finance bankability requirements and optimize cost of capital through robust structuring – in charge of document negotiation with equity and debt providers.
• Strategy:Contribute to portfolio strategy by assessing future risks and opportunities (e.g., grid connection models, longer duration assets, alternative technologies, new jurisdictions).
• Monitoring: Monitor execution and early operational performance, validating investment assumptions and driving feedback loops into future decisions (ie. monitoring actual portfolio performance against budgets and forecasts, preparing performance reports including key financial and business metrics).
• Invoices & Budget: Oversees (and be responsible for) cost control, invoice tracking, annual budgeting and financial reporting for BESIX Power.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in investment banking, other forms of M&A advisory, project finance, valuation, ideally with exposure and/or strong interest for renewable energy and energy transition
• Strong financial modelling skills and an understanding of project and corporate finance
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills
• Ability to manage work under pressure in a collaborative environment
• Commercial, outward looking, and focusing on adding value
• Strong critical thinking and willingness to challenge assumptions constructively across the team (technical, development, commercial)
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships across internal and external stakeholders
• Fluency in English. Any other language is a plus

Additional Information

A career at BESIX is a lot more than just a job, it's about being part of our changing and innovative world. Your skills, ambition and passion will contribute to the development of our different businesses and allow us to succeed in the challenges of the coming years.

Working for the BESIX group allows you to be a part of a dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial company. It gives you a safe and collaborative working environment with ambitious and innovative goals for the world of tomorrow, but also for your career and personal development.

We are looking for different kinds of personalities, mindsets, backgrounds and genders to build the iconic and sustainable projects of tomorrow.

In line with its behavior of “Be Inclusive”, BESIX intends to accommodate for any reasonable accommodation (non‑disproportionate burden), tangible or intangible, that would neutralize the limiting influence of an inappropriate environment on the participation of a person with a disability. Talk to your recruiter when applying.

Working at BESIX brings a lot of great benefits including:

• An attractive remuneration package including a salary in line with the market and a range of employee benefits such as flexible mobility advantages, extra‑legal pension, medical care insurance, work‑life balance program (such as teleworking, flexible work schedule, mobile working), Health Management (sport, health check‑up program, …);
• Career development programs that serve not only to ensure that you are constantly learning and improving but also that give you the possibility to expand your career horizon;
• A dynamic, creative and safe working environment with innovative colleagues supporting your endeavors (ideas, projects, goals, ambitions);
• Possibility to work on complex projects within both a local and international environment;
• The choice to remain locally anchored for the coming years or to seek an exciting international career opportunity within the group.

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