Senior Project Lead Mergers

**IN SHORT**

As an M&A Expert (M/F/d), you lead the full execution of M&A transactions, managing projects end-to-end—from planning and coordination to quality assurance. You oversee due diligence, perform company valuations, and structure deals, including contract negotiation with legal support. You act as the key contact for external advisors and report directly to senior leadership on project status, risks, and outcomes, ensuring effective risk management throughout the process.

**WHAT WILL YOU DO**
- Expert on the M&A team: You take responsibility for the entire execution of M&A transactions
- Project management: You plan, manage and control M&A projects, including budgeting, scheduling and quality assurance. You manage and are the contact person for external advisors, investment banks and due diligence teams
- Due diligence and analysis: You lead and conduct due diligence reviews and analyze financial, legal and operational aspects of potential transactions
- Company valuation: You lead detailed company valuations and support your team in carrying out these valuations
- Contract negotiation and structuring: You prepare negotiations, conduct and structure transactions, including drafting M&A contracts and coordinating with the legal department
- Risk management: You identify, assess and manage risks in connection with M&A transactions
- Reporting: You report regularly to the EVP M&A and the Management Board on the progress of projects, risks and prospects

**WHAT WILL YOU BRING**
- University degree in economics, finance, business administration, law or equivalent
- Longterm experience in the M&A sector in leading roles, e.g. investment banking, corporate finance, private equity, management consulting
- Experience in managing and executing M&A transactions, including due diligence, company valuation, contract negotiations and integration
- Experience in working with executives and external advisors
- Experience in due diligence and risk management
- Negotiation skills and the ability to structure and lead complex transactions
- Very good communication and analytical skills
- Very good written and spoken German and English skills

**ABOUT US**

Securing Energy for Europe - it’s a simple statement, with a bold ambition. SEFE is not just our name, but also encompasses everything that drives us. To accomplish this, we’re taking immediate action to secure gas supply - but also looking forward, to explore our role in the European energy transformation and how we can contribute to a stable and sustainable future.

SEFE, an international energy company, ensures the security of supply and drives the decarbonisation of its customers. SEFE’s activities span the energy value chain, from origination and trading to sales, transport, and storage. Through its decades-long expertise in trading and the development of its LNG business, SEFE has become one of the most important suppliers to industrial customers in Europe, with an annual sales volume of 200 TWh of gas and power. Its 50,000 customers range from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies and especially in the hydrogen ecosystem, SEFE is contributing to the energy transition. The company employs around 2,000 people globally and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Our international teams work across locations in Europe, Asia, and North America. We’re passionate about energy and the important role it can play in shaping a better future.

Securing energy - now and for the future.

**OUR BENEFITS**

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you and recognises your contribution. Right from the start, we offer you great freedom of action and early assumption of responsibility in an exciting international working environment. In addition to targeted support for your professional and personal qualifications, you will receive numerous company benefits, such as:

- Flexible working hours with the option of hybrid working
- Attractive remuneration package
- Attractive working environment in a central location
- A team-oriented environment with an open feedback culture
- Job ticket and bike leasing
- Health provision and company sports offers
- Company pension scheme
- 30 vacation days and special leave