Head of Business Development / Partner - Technical Due Diligence (m/w/d) - #2120106

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers.

We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.

We are seeking an experienced professional based in either Germany or the BeNe region to drive the continued growth of our Infrastructure Technical Due Diligence services. As a market-leading advisor, we are renowned for our expertise in navigating complex investment and acquisition challenges within the energy transition landscape.

Location: Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, Brussels or Utrecht

Job Type: Permanent, full-time (60% Home Office)

Driving Growth and Advancing Reputation:

As a Head of Business Development / Partner, you will play a pivotal role in fostering and expanding client relationships with finance and infrastructure organizations. Your proven track record in technical, commercial and regulatory deal advice will be instrumental in driving the continued growth of ERM's business. You will lead high-performing teams to win and deliver world-class services, further advancing our reputation for supporting the highest profile M&A deals. Your deep understanding of global infrastructure and energy markets, combined with your business development skills, will be key to developing commercial strategies for growth.

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Extensive due diligence expertise with strong relationships among infrastructure investors.
• Proven ability to lead and manage technical due diligence assignments.
• Demonstrated success in developing and expanding client relationships.
• Deep understanding of industry business cycles and strategic sales prioritization.
• Expertise in crafting and executing commercial growth strategies.
• Strong track record of meeting business targets and exceeding client expectations.
• Experience in building, scaling, and managing high-performance teams.
• Progressive experience in consulting or working within the energy and infrastructure sectors.
• Proficiency in German and English. Dutch language skills are desirable but not mandatory.

What We Offer:

Join a dynamic, global team working on impactful sustainability projects. We offer an attractive compensation package, including a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, company shares, a work pension scheme, a company car, and a strong benefits program. Enjoy flexible working hours, a hybrid work model, sabbatical options, and the opportunity to work up to 30 days per year from anywhere in the EU. Benefit from a supportive, collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employees feel empowered and appreciated.

To Apply:

Please send us your CV, in German or English, by submitting your application via our careers page.

Recognized as the #1 Advisor by Deal Value in 2023 by InfraLogic and named Energy Transition Technical Advisor of the Year by Inspiratia, we have established ourselves as the go-to partner for Technical Due Diligence (TDD) services. Our comprehensive suite of solutions serves as a versatile “one-stop shop” for our clients, enabling them to tackle even the most complex challenges with confidence.

We work closely with our clients to develop tailored solutions that meet their needs—whether they are exploring a potential investment, navigating an acquisition, or seeking opportunities in the energy transition landscape. These advisory services are backed by deep technical expertise, drawing from a diverse pool of specialized skill sets. This depth of knowledge has been further strengthened through strategic recruitment efforts and the acquisitions of RCG, E4Tech, and Element Energy.