Senior Transaction Manager

Vattenfall is looking for a  Senior Transaction Manager  to join the  Strategy and Transactions  department within  Business Area Wind  (Onshore Wind).

Business Area Wind  is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind, as well as other non‑hydro renewable initiatives like PV/Solar and batteries. We develop, construct and operate wind generation assets across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK.

To reach Vattenfall’s goal, fossil freedom, our  Strategy and Transactions  department within Onshore Wind is looking for a talented individual who combines personal drive with strong team spirit to take a leading role in driving  high‑impact strategic projects  and shaping the long‑term development of the Onshore Wind portfolio.

The  Strategy and Transactions department  plays a central role in defining and executing the commercial and strategic direction of the business. We steer portfolio development through partnerships, divestments, and alternative ownership structures, support country organisations in defining long‑term strategic roadmaps, and lead cross‑functional initiatives with material impact on value creation. With strong market insight and close interaction with the business, we also lead and contribute to cross‑functional strategic initiatives and the annual strategy process for the Business Unit.

The role offers you the opportunity to be an integral part in creating the new energy landscape.

In this role, you will lead complex strategic initiatives and partnership‑related projects across the Onshore Wind portfolio, acting as a key driver of strategic direction, portfolio optimisation, and partnership development. You will take end‑to‑end ownership of strategic initiatives, from framing and analysis through decision support and execution. You will work at the intersection of strategy, business development, and transactions. Working closely with project development teams, M&A, and BA Markets, you will act as a strategic sparring partner on commercial and portfolio‑related topics.

The role includes regular exposure to Vattenfall’s senior management and offers the opportunity to influence the long‑term direction of the Onshore Wind business. You will report to the Director of Strategy & Transactions within BA Wind’s Onshore Business Unit.

Your responsibilities

Lead and deliver strategic and partnership‑related projects, including development of collaboration models, joint ventures, and long‑term cooperation structures

Drive portfolio development and optimisation by assessing strategic options such as partnerships, divestments, and alternative ownership or financing structures

Lead or support selected buy‑side and sell‑side transactions, including internal decision processes, commercial structuring, negotiations, and coordination of due diligence

Develop and implement commercial frameworks and tools (e.g. partnership models, joint development agreements, cooperation agreements, financial participation structures)

Contribute to the evolution of BU Onshore’s strategy, including strategic initiatives, country roadmaps, and the annual strategy process

Your profile

Academic degree in a relevant field, ideally Finance or Engineering

Several years of work experience within management consulting, a transaction role at a wind developer, M&A or as a business developer in a line organization

First‑hand experience with the wind energy or renewable energy sector

Experience in leading multi‑interface projects in an international environment

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to function well in a team environment

Fluency in English both written and oral is a must, fluency in Swedish is a merit

Proven negotiation experience and skills are considered an advantage

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