Head of Strategy and M&A

Stille AB; Malmö kommun; On-site; SEK 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High visibility with executive management

Opportunity to shape strategic initiatives

Contribution to products improving surgical precision

Job summary

Stille AB in Malmö is seeking a Head of Strategy and M&A to shape the future direction of the company. The role involves high-impact strategic projects and building M&A capabilities while working directly with the CEO.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally from management consulting or MedTech, along with a proven track record in leading cross-functional projects. This full-time position offers significant visibility and the chance to influence strategic priorities as part of a growing MedTech group.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in MedTech or life sciences is a merit.
• Fluency in Swedish or Danish is considered a merit.

Responsibilities

• Co-develop Stille's strategy with senior leadership.
• Drive the M&A agenda and manage transactions.
• Lead strategic business development projects.

Skills

Management consulting background

Cross-functional project leadership

M&A deal work

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Education

University degree in business, engineering or related field

Job description

About Stille

Since 1841, Stille has been trusted by surgeons for premium quality, making it one of the world's oldest MedTech companies. Today, Stille is a focused Swedish MedTech group that develops, manufactures and sells premium surgical instruments and advanced surgical tables. The focus is on demanding clinical niches: cardiovascular, neuro, plastic and spine surgery.

Stille holds a market-leading position, serves customers in 75+ markets, and employs around 230 people across six countries. The company is listed on Nasdaq First North in Stockholm, with the healthcare investment firm Impilo as a major owner. Stille has now entered an ambitious growth phase and is looking for a Head of Strategy and M&A to help fuel the journey and drive the acquisition agenda.

The Opportunity

This is a genuine opportunity to shape Stille's future and make a real impact. Working directly with the CEO, you will help set the strategic direction, lead high-impact business development and strategic projects, and drive the M&A agenda end to end.

The role combines sharp strategic thinking with hands-on execution. It's a rare chance to build a group's M&A capability from the ground up and leave a visible mark on the company's direction.

What's in it for you

• High visibility, partnering directly with the CEO and executive management
• A leading role in Stille's next phase of acquisition-driven growth
• A fast-moving, listed MedTech group with international reach across 75+ markets
• Broad, high-ownership scope across strategy, deals, integration and delivery
• The chance to contribute to products that improve surgical precision and patient outcomes, as part of the Impilo ecosystem

What you'll be doing

• Co-develop Stille's strategy with senior leadership and turn it into clear priorities and actions
• Own and drive the M&A agenda: map the target landscape, maintain the pipeline, build relationships with founders and entrepreneurs, manage transactions and support integration
• Lead strategic and business development projects, from problem structuring to implementation, acting as a PMO for group-wide strategic initiatives

Who you are

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, ideally with a background in management consulting or corporate advisory
• Experience from MedTech or life sciences is considered a merit
• A track record of leading cross-functional projects and M&A deal work
• A university degree in business, engineering or a related field
• Analytical and structured, able to turn complexity into clear, fact-based recommendations
• A humble team player who is strategic yet hands-on
• Fluent in English; Swedish or Danish is considered a merit

Practical information

• Full-time position, based in Hyllie, Malmö

Application and contact

• In this recruitment, Stille is partnering with the executive search firm Navigio
• Please apply through LinkedIn
• Applications will be reviewed at the start of August