Head of Sustainability – SFS Equity Finance; f​/m​/d

Overview

We re seeking a visionary leader, someone who fosters both the technological advancements at the heart of Siemens  business and proactive risk management. In this role, you ll collaborate closely with our global teams and portfolio companies to drive sustainable value creation. We re looking for someone with a genuine curiosity for new technologies and a clear, forward-thinking approach. The ideal candidate will naturally encourage confidence through their senior presence, possess a wealth of international experience, and demonstrate strong intercultural understanding.

A proven track record of cultivating diverse and successful teams is important. We value individuals who thrive amidst change and complexity, and who can identify connections in seemingly disparate patterns. This role calls for a combination of strong execution focus, resilience, and adaptability.

What We Offer You

• 2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a future global standard
• Development opportunities for both personal and professional growth
• 30 leave days and a variety of flexible working models that allow time off for yourself and your family
• Share matching programs to become a shareholder of Siemens AG
• Broad range of wellbeing offerings and appealing Siemens pension benefits

Since each of over 300,000 team members feels that other benefits are particularly important, and we cannot list our entire benefit portfolio here, you can find more information here.

The individual benefits are subject to regulatory, contractual, or corporate conditions.

• As Head of Sustainability (f/m/d), you will lead the execution of sustainability as a core strategic pillar of SFS EQ in close cooperation with BU CEO and CRO
• You are in charge of maintaining and further developing the sustainability framework and targets of the business unit (e.g. ESG policies and procedures, value creation, climate risk, key performance indicators)
• You supervise the due diligence and underwriting process for new transactions, advise on investment decisions and support steering the portfolio towards sustainability value creation
• You support the business and segments to drive sustainability-focused investment and portfolio strategy, as well as analyze and develop new sustainability business opportunities
• You build and maintain relationships with all relevant external collaborators, e.g. partners, co-investors, advisors, as well as internal partners, e.g. Industrial Businesses, Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Technology, as well as making sure that respective alignments are ensured
• You drive and deliver effective people management within the teams via different methods/tools
• You will take an active leadership role within the EQ leadership team to shape the future and collectively drive the transformation of SFS EQ

This Is How You ll Win Us Over

• Education
• • University degree or equivalent in Business Administration (or similar) together with a profound understanding of minority equity investments, M&A, and other project finance structures
  • Expert knowledge in Sustainability, ESG Frameworks and Reporting
  • Advanced knowledge in Sustainability Business, i.e. Energy Transition, Critical Materials, Transportation, Digital Infrastructure
• Experience & Skills
• • A minimum of 8 years of experience with operational track record and active participation in sustainable financing / investment processes, ideally in a captive environment
  • Experienced in leading and participating in cross-functional teams and ability to mobilize resources, providing clear expectations amidst change
  • External market experience in managing partners, market trends, and commercial arrangements in fast developing market environments
• Ways of working
• • Ability to highly motivate and lead a team to reach strong performance. Professional way of and experienced in communicating with international senior management. Leverage market/internal insights to influence collaborators with compelling business cases
  • Demonstrable experience of working within an international, matrix environment as well as working with international, virtual teams
  • Please be aware that 10% travel is required for this role
• Languages
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