Strategic Planning & Business Development Manager - Northwest Europe

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Job summary

A leading multinational organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector seeks a Strategic Planning & Business Development Manager for Northwest Europe. This high-impact role involves driving strategic growth, identifying M&A opportunities, and supporting long-term business planning. The ideal candidate has a strong background in strategic planning and corporate development, with excellent analytical and communication skills. This position offers significant visibility and long-term career potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in strategic planning, corporate development, or M&A.
• Proven experience in matrixed and international environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential M&A opportunities aligned with corporate strategy.
• Prepare business cases and strategic presentations for executive stakeholders.
• Monitor market and technology trends in energy and infrastructure.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Fluency in English

Spanish

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Economics

Degree in Business

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading multinational organisation in the energy and infrastructure sector, is seeking an experienced and strategic professional to join their team as Strategic Planning & Business Development Manager for Northwest Europe.

This is a high-impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving strategic growth, identifying inorganic development opportunities, and supporting long-term business planning across key European markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and assess potential M&A opportunities aligned with corporate strategy.
• Coordinate with internal M&A teams and external advisers on due diligence, financial modelling, and legal negotiations.
• Prepare business cases and strategic presentations for executive stakeholders, including the Executive Committee and Board.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, public institutions, and other key stakeholders.
• Monitor market and technology trends in energy, logistics, and infrastructure to identify new opportunities.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business development efforts across a complex, matrixed, international structure.

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in strategic planning, corporate development, or M&A (industry or advisory).
• Degree in Engineering, Economics, or Business; MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus.
• Proven experience in matrixed and international environments.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to develop and present complex business cases.
• Full professional fluency in English (C2); Spanish is advantageous.
• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% across Northwest Europe.

This is a rare opportunity to take on a regionally focused, strategic role within a respected global business. The position offers significant visibility, responsibility, and long-term career potential.

If you are a London-based professional ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today.