Associate / Manager Strategy & Development, M&A (f/m/d)

For our Group Strategy & Development / M&A department , we are looking for an Associate / Manager Strategy & Development / M&A (f/m/d).

The position is based at our Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany.

As part of a small team that advises CEO, CFO & the whole Managing Board on strategy and manages development & M&A initiatives, the role will allow to make a significant contribution to some of the Group’s most important projects.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated and proactive team player who loves working in a high intensity environment (willing to get his/her hands dirty and play whatever role the team needs), has an outstanding level of curiosity and very strong analytical skills to grasp quickly the fond of complex strategic issues, while always aiming to make a significant contribution.

Your Next Challenge

Contribute to the development of the company’s strategy (Group, Area & Country level)

• Strategy formulation, regular portfolio review, strategic planning process
• Construction market and strategic competitor analysis, including industry trends
• Communication with senior management

Contribute / Steer M&A projects (incl. partnership) & post-merger (or carve-out) activities

• Identification / assessment of potential targets
• Steering of acquisitions and divestments, incl. due diligence and auction processes
• Coordination of internal / third party stakeholders, support in negotiations
• Management / support of carve-out and integration projects (PMI)

Contribute / Manage projects & global initiatives, high degree of autonomy (Country, Area and Group-level)

• Transversal project / program management (often cross-functional)
• Presentation of findings to senior management or internal steering committees
• Topics can span broadly, depending on strategic priorities at a given time (e.g., CO2)
• At times, multiple high priority projects simultaneously

Manage review of CAPEX and M&A projects for Board approval

• Preparation of the strategic review of country-led development projects
• Coordination of the review with other functions (technical, financial, environment)
• Liaison with country management

Conduct ad-hoc market or competitor analyses (incl. business intelligence)

YOUR PROFILE for the Associate role

• University degree in business, economics or engineering (or similar)
• First professional experience (internships, or young professional of up to 2 years), ideally in investment banking, transaction services or management consulting
• Clear “getting-things-done” mentality, i.e. tenacity to overcome independently potential obstacles
• Strong quantitative capabilities, very structured thinking, and proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint
• Executive level oral and written communication skills
• Fluent in English, other languages a plus

YOUR PROFILE for the Manager role

• University degree in business, economics or engineering (or similar), potentially MBA or PhD level
• 3 to 7 years of professional experience, incl. banking, transaction services or consulting (manager role)
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organization and to manage, and work constructively within, diverse and cross-functional teams in various cultural contexts
• Clear “getting-things-done” mentality, i.e. tenacity to overcome independently potential obstacles
• Strong quantitative capabilities, very structured thinking, and proficiency in Excel / PowerPoint
• Executive level oral and written communication skills
• Fluent in English, other languages a plus

Our Offer

We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:

• Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs
• JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms
• Company fitness room, various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns
• Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.)
• Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany
• 30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days
• Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas, and vacation payment
• Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks
• Canteen with discounted and healthy meals
• Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car
• ... and much more.