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Zelestra Germany GmbH

Jobbeschreibung

At Zelestra, we're on a global mission: to co-build innovative solutions with our clients that will make their decarbonization a reality.
It is an exciting and ambitious journey where your work makes a real difference. A place to embrace new challenges that will push you to the next level. An opportu­nity to collaborate and learn from the brightest minds, including our clients.
By taking ownership of everything we do, we get the results that truly matter. That is why we push ourselves further to achieve remarkable things together.

What we do

With a portfolio of 20 GW of carbon-free projects across 13 countries, Zelestra is a vertically integrated company specializing in developing, constructing, commercia­lizing, and operating large-scale renewable energy projects. Zelestra is made up of 800+ professionals globally. It is backed by EQT, one of the largest fund managers in the world, with $232B in assets under management.


Reporting to the Country Manager Germany & Northern Europe, you will be part of a team of 4 talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and experience. In this role, you will play a key part in identifying new business opportunities, analyzing market trends, and supporting the growth of our renewable energy portfolio.

Your key responsibilities:

  • Assist the Business Development Manager in the preparation of proposals, presentations, and reports for potential projects and partnerships.
  • Support the development and implementation of business development strategies and plans to achieve company growth objectives.
  • Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive dynamics in the renewable energy sector.
  • Identify and evaluate potential business opportunities, including new projects, partnerships, and acquisitions in the renewable energy field
  • Develop and maintain complex financial models to assess the viability and profitability of potential projects and investments.
  • Perform detailed due diligence on prospective projects and partners, including financial, technical, and regulatory aspects.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including Business Developers, Project Developers, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies, to advance business development initiatives.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all business development activities, opportunities, and market intelligence.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the renewable energy market in Germany. Furthermore, you should bring the following:

  • Bachelor's degree or Master's Degree in Business Administration, or a related field.
  • +2 years of experience in business development, financial analysis or related field in the renewable energy sector.
  • Strong understanding of the renewable energy market, including solar, wind, and other sustainable energy technologies, in Germany.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Extremely high proactivity, open personality and passionate about the development of renewable energies.
  • Highly proficient in both spoken and written German and English.

  • Permanent contract.
  • Attractive remuneration with a performance-based bonus
  • Training, team events, support on commuting cost and 30 days holidays.
  • Possibility to work remotely and still have the opportunity to meet at least once a month with all your colleagues from different departments.
  • Opportunity to take on responsibilities that have a direct impact on the business and the possibility to gain practical experience in diverse aspects of the company.
  • A sense of fulfilment as you embrace new challenges, grow, learn, and evolve.
  • Enjoying the best of both worlds: the resources and experience of an international company with 20 years of history and the opportunities of a small but fast-growing team in our German business unit
  • Working towards a common goal with passionate colleagues

Zelestra isn't just a workplace; it's a hub for collaborative innovation, where great minds come together to reshape the energy landscape.Here's your chance to co-build a carbon-free tomorrow. Will you take it? Send us your online application!

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