Senior Manager, Corporate Development and M&A

DTEK; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a seasoned professional to lead end-to-end deal processes in corporate development and M&A. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation, analytical, and financial skills, with over 7 years of relevant experience, ideally in the energy sector. This role emphasizes stakeholder management and offers competitive remuneration along with opportunities for professional growth in a modern office environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and transparent terms

Access to training programmes

Modern office in London

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, business development, or corporate M&A.
• Proven track record of leading full-cycle M&A and joint-venture projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end acquisition, sale, and joint-venture processes.
• Manage collaboration with internal teams and external advisors.
• Drive commercial and financial project development.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Project management skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

CFA or similar qualification

Job description

We are looking for a seasoned professional with strong negotiation, analytical, and financial skills, a solid grasp of investment processes on both the sell and buy sides, and preferably with experience in the energy or infrastructure sectors.

The role is suited for a results-oriented, mission-driven, and resilient individual who thrives in dynamic environments. You will lead end-to-end deal processes, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, support the strategic development of new business opportunities, and contribute to the creation of long-term partnerships. The ideal candidate should possess strong project management skills, be highly organized and independent in their work, a committed team player, and ready to embrace an exceptional career opportunity.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end acquisition, sale, and joint-venture processes from strategic assessment and valuation to deal execution and closing.
• Manage collaboration with internal teams and external advisors to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Drive commercial and financial project development in close coordination with business units and other internal functions to ensure project outcomes are aligned with investor expectations.
• Develop and review financial models, valuations, investment cases, and market analyses.
• Conduct industry and peer benchmarking to identify new business or partnership opportunities.
• Prepare presentations, briefs, and recommendations for senior management.
• Collaborate closely with business units and corporate functions across Europe (Ukraine, the Netherlands, and the UK).

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, business development, or corporate M&A, ideally within a large corporate, investment, or energy-related organization.
• Proven track record of leading full-cycle M&A and joint-venture projects.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to assess financial statements, business performance, and project development and operational risks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills; ability to build trusted relationships across diverse teams and external partners.
• Familiarity with the energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Ukrainian.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; CFA or similar qualification is an advantage.

We offer

• Competitive salary and transparent terms of cooperation.
• Opportunity to work on interesting and challenging tasks that promote professional growth.
• Development support : access to DTEK Academy training programmes and other educational initiatives.
• Modern office in the heart of London.
• A flexible work format that combines office and remote working.

Join us and be part of a dynamic and evolving energy company at the forefront of the industry.