Business Partner Offshore Wind Nordics

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we don’t see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

But there’s more work to be done – that’s why we need you to join us.

Business Area Nordics is responsible for providing clean energy to Statkraft’s Nordic markets. Statkraft is currently Europe’s largest producer of renewable energy based on a large fleet of operating assets across multiple technologies. In addition, we have high growth ambitions in renewable development within hydropower, onshore wind, solar, batteries and offshore wind. 

We are looking for a Business Partner to the Offshore wind activities. The position will be part of the Finance team in Business Area Nordics but will provide financial and strategical support and be the point of contact between the offshore wind development unit and the finance team. The purpose of the role is to create value through combining knowledge of the business with financial and analytical skills. 

Offshore wind 
Statkraft is pursuing a strategy to become an industrial developer and operator of offshore wind in Northern Europe and is building a portfolio and organization to deliver this. We take a market-centric approach to our activities, building positions where we have complementary skills in development, route to market, and operations and maintenance.  We will build scale to be competitive and continue to pursue new opportunities together with our partners. 

We have a strong and growing portfolio of projects in Ireland and are determined to play a major role in the growth of offshore wind in Norway. The increased ambition by Norwegian Government to develop in total 30 GW offshore wind in Norway by 2040 represents a large opportunity for Statkraft. We will also pursue an industrial role in Ireland and explore opportunities in other markets. 

Responsibility 

• Delivering financial- and performance management support. In that provide “real time” support and analysis and be a trusted business advisor to the offshore wind development team 
• Take lead in driving analysis and preparing material to annual business planning, performance management processes and quarterly business reviews 
• Responsible for reporting, analysis and governance of large projects under construction, including financial management services to JV partners
• Reporting of projects and financial services to JV partners 
• Assist in relation to financing and funding (CFO Treasury) 
• Regular portfolio analysis and update, including NPV calculations/simulation 
• Actively participate in the management teams of Offshore wind and Nordics Finance 

We are looking for someone with 

• Higher degree (preferably a Master’s degree) in economics, science, engineering, or similar 
• Financial and commercial skills incl. valuations, risk, WACC, financing 
• Experience from finance, accounting, management consulting or investment analysis
• Experience from asset management and/or operational management role and delivery of services to joint ventures and/or partners on operational assets is an advantage  
• Fluency in English (written and spoken). Fluency in one of the Scandinavian languages is also an advantage  

Capabilities 

• Strong communicator (orally and in written material) with the ability to engage the organization and collaborate well with stakeholders from different business areas and functions 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Proactive mindset and a strong drive and desire to make an impact on Statkraft's business. Strategic and structured approach to challenges and tasks 
• High personal integrity and high ethical standards 

What we offer:

• Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organization
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and backgrounds
• A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions, parental leave, and work life balance principles
• Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefits schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance

Interested? 

For us the ideas of our committed and ambitious colleagues make the difference. If you want to share our passion for renewable energy and be a part of tomorrow’s energy world, please apply through our online application form.

Application deadline: Please apply with your CV and cover letter within the deadline of February 19th, 2023.

Location: The position will be located at our headquarters at Lilleaker, Oslo, Norway. Some travel is expected in the position. 

Contact information: For more information about the position, contact Marit Stamnes, VP Capital Allocation & Business Partner, marit.stamnes@statkraft.com. 

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorization.