Principal (Associate Partner)-Management Consulting, The Netherlands

AFRY; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 30% of base pay

25 vacation days + 5 compensatory days

5 extra vacation days purchasable

NS Business Card for commuting

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Job summary

AFRY Management Consulting in the Netherlands seeks a Principal to lead business development and project delivery in transaction services and strategic market advisory for its Management Consulting team. You will work with Dutch energy-sector clients and help grow the Rotterdam office with a collaborative local team.

You will oversee complex projects, mentor consultants, and shape client pitches while developing market-leading solutions in energy transition contexts.

Qualifications

• Advanced graduate degree in Economics, Business, Engineering or related field.
• 8–15 years of experience in the Dutch energy sector.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects and oversee project teams.
• Build trusted client relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Shape proposals, sales materials and client pitches.
• Develop thought leadership, IP and client-relevant solutions.
• Contribute to capability building and knowledge development across the team.
• Strengthen AFRY’s presence in industry networks and expert communities.
• Mentor and develop consultants across the team.
• Support internal training and professional development.
• Coach teams in structured problem solving and delivery excellence.

Education

MSc, MBA, PhD

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Principal (Associate Partner)-Management Consulting, The Netherlands

• Full-time
• Department: Management Consulting
• Contract Type: Permanent

AFRY Management Consulting is a leading global advisor to the energy and bioindustry sectors, helping clients navigate complex transitions and create sustainable value.

We combine deep sector expertise with strategic thinking to support leading organizations across renewables, hydrogen, heat, carbon, electric mobility, energy storage and flexibility.

With more than 750 consultants across 20+ offices worldwide, supported by 19,000 AFRY experts in engineering, design and digitalization, we help clients solve business-critical challenges.

Our work spans market analysis, strategy, policy and regulation, system, market modelling and transaction support.

About the role:

We are looking for a Principal to lead business development and project delivery in transaction services and strategic market advisory for our Management Consulting team in the Netherlands. You will work with Dutch energy-sector clients, collaborate with colleagues across our global platform and play a key role in further building our Rotterdam office together with an experienced, collaborative local team.

Your responsibilities:

In this role, you will:

• Lead complex projects and oversee project teams.
• Build trusted client relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Shape proposals, sales materials and client pitches.
• Develop thought leadership, intellectual property and client-relevant solutions.
• Contribute to capability building and knowledge development across the team.
• Strengthen AFRY’s presence in industry networks and expert communities.
• Mentor and develop consultants across the team.
• Support internal training and professional development.
• Coach teams in structured problem solving and delivery excellence.

Your profile:

• Advanced graduate degree (MSc, MBA, PhD) in Economics, Business, Engineering or a related field, combined with 8–15 years of experience in the Dutch energy sector.
• Strong advisory track record or working experience in energy companies, developers, public sector and/or grid operators in areas such as strategy, market analysis, financial analysis, policy, power market design and/or M&A and transaction services.
• Commercial and strategic mindset with the ability to build client relationships, identify opportunities and translate complex market dynamics into actionable advice.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with experience leading teams and developing colleagues in a consulting or energy-sector environment.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, with strong analytical, organizational and presentation skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.

We welcome candidates from different professional backgrounds. If you bring strong relevant experience and leadership potential, we encourage you to apply even if your profile does not match every single point listed above.

Our offer:

• A collaborative, high-trust culture shaped by our values: brave, devoted and team player.
• Competitive, performance-oriented compensation with a bonus opportunity of up to 30% of your base pay.
• Strong development opportunities through consulting training, AFRY’s career paths and our global network.
• 25 vacation days per year with an additional 5 days of compensatory leave and a possibility to buy 5 extra vacation days per year in consultation.
• NS Business Card (first class) for commuting and business trips.
• Flexibility to combine professional and personal priorities, including hybrid working and flexible hours.

You will join a supportive, international consulting environment that combines high standards with real opportunity to grow, take ownership and make an impact. We value different perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive team where people can thrive and develop in their own way.

Recruitment Process:

At AFRY, we believe diverse teams create stronger outcomes. If this opportunity excites you, we would love to hear from you.

Our selection process typically includes an initial Teams interview, a second business interview with a case component, and a final in-person interview with senior AFRY management.

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.