Business Development and M&A Manager

The organisation

Aalberts offers solutions for eco-friendly buildings, sustainable transportation, semicon efficiency, and industrial niches. Established in 1975, it has since evolved into a leading Dutch listed company boasting over 14,000 employees globally. Through their innovative solutions and high-quality products, Aalberts, alongside its mission-critical employees, actively contributes to a positive and sustainable future.

Located in Utrecht, Aalberts’ headquarters houses a relatively small, yet highly driven team that collaborates closely with global business teams to achieve ambitious objectives. Entrepreneurship and a relentless pursuit for innovation are ingrained in the company culture, driving continuous exploration of new technologies to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and overall excellence.

The position

Aalberts engineers mission-critical technologies for ground-breaking industries and everyday life. The listed company has over 130 production locations, with activities in more than fifty countries. As a proactive business partner, the Business Development and M&A Manager collaborates with business teams to drive their strategic agenda and support the company’s M&A plans.

The Business Development and M&A Manager will join the Business Development & M&A team based at the headquarters in Utrecht. The role entails a broad spectrum of responsibilities and tasks, including identifying potential investment opportunities, coordinating due diligence, executing M&A processes, and coordinating the different stakeholders both within and outside Aalberts.

The Business Development and M&A Manager plays a crucial role in spearheading the annual strategic review process, providing support to the business teams during their preparation, and ensuring diligent deployment of strategic initiatives. Their objective is to unlock new growth opportunities through ongoing development of initiatives. Moreover, the Business Development and M&A Manager keeps a close eye on market trends and industry developments, while also closely monitoring competitors.

The wide-ranging responsibilities inherent in this position offer both intrigue and complexity, making it an interesting challenge. The Business Development and M&A Manager is a strategically strong participant at every discussion table. They pose the right questions, listen well and, when necessary, dare to challenge ideas. Excellent communication skills, the ability to build solid relationships and a strong sense of empathy are prerequisites to be successful in this role.

“The existing framework and collaborative approach with all business teams provide a strong foundation. As the Business Development and M&A Manager, you enhance this foundation, advance strategic projects to the next level, and chart your own course, taking ownership of the journey ahead.” – Vera Nijwening, Director of Business Development & M&A

Candidate profile*

• About 5 years experience
• In investment banking, strategy consulting, private equity or corporate M&A
• Stakeholder manager
• Self starter
• Hands on

* Research shows that while male candidates feel confident enough to apply when they meet about 60% of the requirements, female candidates only apply when they tick every box. So if this role has your name on it, but you’re not sure about the criteria, we still want to hear from you.

The Business Development and M&A Manager gets a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most innovative companies. By proactively supporting each team in shaping and implementing their strategic agenda, they play a pivotal role in making Aalberts’ ambitions a reality. This role presents a great opportunity for a talented professional with excellent interpersonal skills and a distinctively entrepreneurial mindset. Last, but certainly not least, having a strong, intrinsic drive to contribute to a brighter future is a must.

Interested?

You can apply for this position by using the link below. Aalberts is working with Top of Minds to fill this vacancy.