Strategic Finance Associate

Strategic Finance Associate Role We are looking for a talented and commercially minded Strategic Finance Associate to join our Strategy & Corporate Finance function. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role that sits at the heart of the company's most critical initiatives: supporting strategic decision-making, financial modelling & planning and the execution of key company growth objectives. You will work closely with our Head of Corporate Finance & Capital Markets, colleagues within the Financial Modelling and Strategy team and the Senior Leadership team. Uniquely for a role at this level, you will have direct exposure to the CEO, supporting on strategic narratives, investor & partner communications and Board-level materials. This is a broad role that rewards intellectual curiosity, analytical excellence and the ability to move fluidly between financial modelling, strategic analysis and execution. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Business Analysis – Support the development and articulation of the company's corporate strategy, long-range plans and market positioning. – Conduct competitive intelligence, market sizing, and landscape assessments across e-NG, green hydrogen, green gases and adjacent energy transition sectors. – Build and stress-test business cases for new ventures, markets and/or strategic initiatives. – Prepare high-quality strategic analyses and materials for the CEO and senior leadership team. Financial Modelling & Supporting Strategic Corporate Initiatives – Develop and maintain financial models for business planning and project planning, assessing business opportunities, project and equity financings and valuations. – Support end-to-end execution of strategic transactions including project financings, joint ventures, partnerships and M&A. – Track and manage pipeline of strategic opportunities and monitor developments in the sector. – Prepare transaction materials including investment memos and management/Board presentations. Board & Executive Support – Draft and refine Board materials, investor presentations, and strategic narrative documents/ – Provide analytical and research support directly to the CEO on key strategic priorities and external engagements. – Support fundraising processes and maintain relationships with financial and strategic partners. Candidate Profile Experience & Background – 2–6 years of relevant professional experience; we value quality of experience over years served. – Background from one or more of: investment banking (M&A, infrastructure, project finance or energy coverage), management consulting (strategy or corporate finance focus), or a corporate role in strategic / corporate finance, FP&A with strategic scope, or corporate development. – Prior exposure to the energy, infrastructure or industrials sectors is advantageous; a genuine interest in the energy transition is essential. – Experience supporting preparing investment materials, or working in a deal or project environment is preferred. Skills & Competencies – Exceptional financial modelling skills: you build models from scratch, think structurally, and know how to make them usable. – Strong analytical and problem-solving ability: comfortable breaking down complex, ambiguous problems into clear frameworks. – Excellent written and verbal communication: you can distil complex analysis into crisp, compelling narratives for senior audiences. – High attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture. – Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. – Collaborative team player who thrives in a lean, high-trust organisation. Education – Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering or a related quantitative discipline. – An MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus but not required. Languages – Fluency in English is required (working language of the company) – Dutch, German, French or other European languages are a plus Please note: we are currently unable to provide visa or work permit sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have the right to work in the Netherlands. What We Offer – A front-row seat at one of the most dynamic and consequential transitions in the global energy system. – Direct exposure to the CEO, Senior Management and Board from an early stage in your career. – A high degree of ownership and responsibility: this is not a supporting role in a large team; your contribution will be visible and valued. – A collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment with a team that takes the work seriously and each other supportively. – Competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus and benefits in line with the Dutch market. – Flexibility and a modern approach to work, with some ability for hybrid working arrangements. – The chance to grow with the company as it scales: we promote from within and invest in our people. Location and Travel The role will be based at our head office in the Netherlands (Randstad). Candidates must have the right to work in the Netherlands or the EU. The role may involve occasional travel to other company offices and project sites across Europe. Department Capital & External Financing Locations Randstad NL Remote status Hybrid About Tree Energy Solutions Most of the world runs on fossil fuels and it is destroying our climate. We are committed to driving the energy transition on a global scale. TES is overhauling our energy system by making the most of existing technology and infrastructure. We use the sun’s energy and recycled CO₂ to produce green molecules that will make decarbonizing our energy system fast, affordable, and feasible while scaling up the hydrogen economy.