VP of Italian M&A & Growth Transactions
Pubblicato il 04-08-2026 - Elgin Energy in Roma
ph3Job Description /h3 pElgin is seeking an experienced, commercially astute, and well-connected Senior Manager/ Vice President, MA to play a leading role within its Transactions team, with a core focus on the Italian market. The role sits at the heart of Elgin’s growth strategy and involves originating, shaping and executing investment opportunities in Italy, working within the Group Transactions framework and in close collaboration with Elgin’s Italian team. The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leading transactions end-to-end, while acting as a senior contributor to structuring, investment decision-making and execution strategy. The role will work closely with the Head of Transactions (based in Dublin) and senior stakeholders and will be integral to the development and evolution of the Transactions function over time. They will also act as a key advisor on Italian market dynamics and opportunities, operating within Elgin’s Group investment strategy and governance framework. The role will contribute to strategic decision-making through the preparation and presentation of high-quality analysis and recommendations to the Investment Committee and senior management. Based in our Rome office, the role will work closely with Elgin’s Italian and other country teams and will be expected to play a central role in contributing to and executing Elgin’s MA strategy in Italy. /p h3What you will do /h3 ul liLead MA activity in Italy, shaping origination approach, market positioning and opportunity selection, as part of the Group Transactions function. /li liLead and drive MA origination, building a proactive pipeline of acquisition, partnership and platform opportunities through strong relationships with developers, investors and advisers. /li liTake full ownership of Italian transactions (e.g. MA, divestments, JVs, capital recycling) from origination through to completion, aligned with investment strategy. /li liPrepare and present high-quality materials to senior management and the Investment Committee,
including investment papers, valuations and risk assessments to support executive and Board-level decision-making. /li liLead commercial, financial and strategic due diligence, coordinating internal teams and managing external advisers (legal, financial, technical, tax). /li liNegotiate transaction documentation in conjunction with legal advisers, focusing on commercial risk, value protection and execution certainty. /li liAct as a key execution lead and trusted counterpart to internal functions (Development, Finance, Legal, Technical), escalating key issues and recommendations to the Head of Transactions as required. /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liExtensive experience in MA / transactions, ideally within renewables, infrastructure or energy. /li liA relevant professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent). /li liProven track record of sourcing and successfully closing transactions in Italy, with direct experience navigating Italian counterparties, processes and deal dynamics. /li liStrong network across the Italian market, including developers, investors, advisors and financing counterparties, with demonstrated ability to originate proprietary or off-market opportunities. /li liDeep understanding of the Italian regulatory environment, including permitting, incentives (e.g. FER), grid connection frameworks and offtake structures. /li liProven ability to drive origination and execution in-market with a high degree of autonomy, while influencing senior decision-makers and aligning with central investment governance. /li liExcellent financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis skills, with the ability to challenge assumptions and drive investment decisions. /li liDeep understanding of deal structuring, risk allocation and transaction documentation. /li liExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence operating at senior management and Investment Committee level. /li liHighly organized, commercially minded and comfortable operating in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment. /li liFluent level of Italian and English (essential). /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr