M&A Lead Analyst Madrid

Digital Solutions and Development > Vestas Development > Development Commercial Europe

In this role, you will not just crunch numbers; you will directly shape investment decisions. You will own the financial architecture of our renewable energy pipeline and run the analytical engine behind high-profile M&A processes, working closely with local project teams and senior stakeholders to enhance project value.

Responsibilities

• Financial Modelling & Valuation: Build, optimize, and own complex financial models from early-stage project screening through to Ready-to-Build (RTB) status

• Economic Assessment: Evaluate project economics and risk profiles using probability-weighted DCF and project finance frameworks

• Asset Lifecycle Updates: Continuously update and refine valuations as projects progress through permitting, grid connection, and technical milestones

• Commercial Structuring: Support early-stage structuring and origination of new pipeline opportunities (including feasibility studies, Joint Ventures, and DSAs)

• M&A Execution: Run the analytical backbone of divestment and acquisition processes, managing investor lists, NDAs, Teasers, CIMs, Virtual Data Rooms (VDR), and Q&A coordination

• Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare high-quality Investment Committee presentations and commercial materials for senior management

• Business Partnering: Work directly with country Project Managers on budget allocation, prioritization, and value-creation decisions

Qualifications

• Solid experience in financial modelling and valuation within Project Finance, Investment Banking, M&A, or Renewable Energy Development

• Experience building and manipulating complex Excel-based valuation models from scratch (a financial modelling exercise will be part of the selection process)

• Deep knowledge of corporate finance, DCF methodology, and financial statements

• Familiarity with the renewable energy sector and the development lifecycle (Greenfield to RTB) is highly advantageous

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required, as you will operate in an international environment

Competencies

• Commercial Judgment: Ability to evaluate data carefully and convert it into concise, actionable business conclusions

• Accountability: Maintains an organized approach, pays close attention to detail, and ensures work is accurate and reliable

• Agility: Comfortable managing multiple workstreams simultaneously across different markets and development stages

• Effective Communicator: Professional and concise when engaging with project managers, external counterparties, and senior executives

• Flexibility: Practical and solution-oriented when responding to uncertainty or evolving project variables: Pragmatic and solution-oriented when dealing with uncertainty or shifting project variables

• Motivated: Operates with little supervision and performs well in a lean, collaborative work environment

What We Offer

We offer an exciting job in a high-quality renewable energy environment. You will join a lean, international team with a culture that values results and output over mere presence, maintaining sensible working hours

As part of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

Influential Senior Role: You will take charge of workstreams, partner with country teams, and see your analysis guide multi-million-euro investment decisions.

Career Growth: Vestas is growing exponentially. In this role, you will gain extensive experience in project development, finance, and M&A, while building a clear pathway for professional growth at a major global organization

Attractive base pay that reflects your experience

Annual Bonus: A company-wide performance and profit-sharing scheme.

Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive Medical Insurance and Life Insurance policies

Daily Perks: Ticket Restaurant / Cheque Gourmet scheme

Global Exposure: Occasional travel to our core European markets and direct collaboration with international teams

Main KPIs for the Role

• Quality and accuracy of financial models and valuations
• Megawatts (MW) advanced through the main development milestones, from Screening to Development to RTB.
• Value secured from project divestments relative to internal benchmarks
• Timely, high-quality commercial input provided for strategic investment decisions

At Vestas, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. If you have a disability and are interested in this opportunity, we would be happy to get to know you and adapt the selection process to your needs.

BEWARE – RECRUITMENT FRAUD
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, www.vestas.com/en/careers/job-openings.

DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.  Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.  With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.  Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.  To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.