Manager / Senior Manager, M&A

Adven is a dynamic energy group driving the energy transition by developing sustainable and competitive solutions in partnership with customers, municipalities, and suppliers. Together, our 600+ employees provide households and businesses with district heating and geoenergy solutions, and industries with steam, heating, cooling, and infrastructure services that improve resource efficiency.

With over 50 years of experience, we operate more than 350 sites across Europe, delivering a total energy volume of 5.1 TWh. Our annual revenue is €424 million, and our total assets amount to €1,480 million.

We are looking for an M&A Manager / Senior Manager to join our Strategy & M&A team

As an M&A Manager, you will play a key role in executing the Group’s M&A and partnership strategy. You will work as part of an international team alongside Adven colleagues and shareholders.

In this role, you will take ownership of M&A transactions across the full deal life-cycle, from origination to execution, closing, and handover to integration. You will be responsible for originating new locally sourced bolt-on acquisitions in Finland, while also contributing to transaction execution across the Baltics and other North European markets.

You will lead due diligence processes and negotiations with counterparties, working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors. This position offers a high level of responsibility and direct exposure to senior decision-makers, with a central role in driving Adven’s M&A agenda across its geographical footprint.

The position is based at Adven’s office in Vantaa, Finland, with a possibility for 1-2 days working remotely. You will report to the SVP, Strategy & M&A.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Lead and manage M&A transactions across the full value chain from origination to closing

• Originate and develop new bolt-on acquisition opportunities in Finland

• Execute M&A transactions across North European markets

• Lead due diligence processes and negotiations with counterparties

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, advisors, and shareholders throughout the transaction process

• Contribute to strategy-related projects and analyses

To Succeed in This Role

You are a proactive and commercially driven professional with strong analytical capabilities and a structured approach to problem-solving. You are comfortable taking ownership of projects and driving processes forward independently.

You bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, lead negotiations, and influence stakeholders. You thrive in a dynamic environment and are motivated by working on complex transactions within the energy and infrastructure sector.

Key Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering (e.g., Industrial Engineering)

• 5–7 years of relevant experience (e.g., investment banking, management consulting, corporate M&A, or strategy)

• Strong experience in financial modelling and company valuation

• Proven experience in managing transactions, including due diligence and negotiations

• Experience in stakeholder management and client-facing roles

• Interest in or experience from the energy sector

• Professional proficiency in English and Finnish

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset

• Ability to work independently and prioritize effectively

• Hands-on, proactive, and entrepreneurial approach

• Excellent networking, teamwork, and communication skills, including in virtual environments

What We Offer

You will be part of a dynamic team of finance and energy professionals in an international, fast-growing company.

In this role, you will have end-to-end ownership of M&A transactions, working across the full deal life cycle from origination to closing.

We offer a flexible, development-oriented work culture with clear targets, where you are supported in your professional growth.

The position provides a steep learning curve in leading complex M&A transactions.

To Apply

Please submit your application and CV, including your salary request, by May 6, 2026. We review applications on an ongoing basis and may proceed with candidates before the deadline.

For questions regarding the role or recruitment process, please contact:
Eero Siltalehto, SVP, Strategy & M&A
+358401589200

Please note that we do not accept applications via email.