Strategic Growth Director - M&A & JV Leader (Dialysis)

Fresenius Medical; Wrocław; Hybrid; PLN 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical is seeking a Director of Business Development (M/F/D) to lead growth through M&A, JVs, and strategic partnerships. You will manage a robust deal pipeline, coordinate due diligence, and drive value creation across European markets from the central HQ, with a hybrid work setup.

This role requires deep financial acumen, strong project management, and the ability to collaborate with Finance, Legal, and external advisers to finalize transactions.

Qualifications

• Academic degree or equivalent diploma in business management, economics, scientific subjects.
• Functional related post graduate education (PhD, MBA) is a significant benefit.
• Strong understanding of the dialysis market, including dialysis products, services, business drivers, and provider business models.
• Demonstrated experience in M&A, strategic partnerships, Commercial JV transactions, corporate development, investment banking, management consulting, or a related field.
• Knowledge of both local market operations and corporate structures would be an advantage.
• Experience in analyzing, communicating and presenting financial and operational data and analysis results to internal customers of all hierarchy levels.
• Experience in combining clinical and business topics.
• Proven project management experience in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Strong understanding of market dynamics, stakeholder landscapes, and key decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and advance growth opportunities through M&A, Commercial Joint Ventures (JVs), strategic partnerships, and portfolio optimization initiatives.
• Build and manage a robust pipeline of M&A and Commercial JV opportunities, evaluating strategic fit, value creation potential, and execution feasibility.
• Lead end-to-end execution of M&A, divestment, and Commercial JV transactions, from opportunity assessment to signing and closing.
• Develop financial analyses, valuations, business cases, and investment recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Coordinate and oversee commercial, financial, operational, legal, tax, and compliance due diligence processes.
• Structure, negotiate, and execute transactions, including engagement with sellers, buyers, investors, and Commercial JV partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Business, Finance, Legal, and external advisors, to ensure successful transaction delivery.
• Support post-transaction integration, synergy realization, and long-term value creation initiatives.
• Prepare executive-level presentations, investment proposals, and transaction updates for senior leadership and governance bodies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to drive strategic growth through Commercial JVs and partnership opportunities.

Skills

M&A

Strategic partnerships

Commercial JV transactions

Financial modelling

P&L analysis

Market/industry knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Deal execution

Education

Academic degree in business management/economics/scientific subjects

Postgraduate education (PhD or MBA)

Job description

Fresenius Medical is seeking a Director of Business Development (M/F/D) to lead growth through M&A, JVs, and strategic partnerships. You will manage a robust deal pipeline, coordinate due diligence, and drive value creation across European markets from the central HQ, with a hybrid work setup.

This role requires deep financial acumen, strong project management, and the ability to collaborate with Finance, Legal, and external advisers to finalize transactions.