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M&A Transaction Manager (BESS & PV)

Date:  Feb 26, 2026
Company:  Zelestra

Zelestra

Location

Rome, Italy; Palermo, Italy

About Us

Zelestra (formerly Solarpack) is a multinational platform fully focused on multi-technology renewables with a vertically integrated business model focused large-scale renewable projects in rapidly growing markets across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and Africa. Headquartered in Spain, Zelestra has more than 1000 employees worldwide and is backed by EQT, one of three largest funds in the world with $200B in assets. At Zelestra we aim to be a solid and solvent company, capable of executing quality and valuable projects for the society and the environment. Therefore, we maintain a firm commitment to contribute directly to the social development of the communities and markets in which we operate, not only through the creation of economic value, but also through the generation of quality employment and through the social projects we promote.

 

 

Mission

Zelestra Italia is seeking an M&A Transaction Manager to support the execution of acquisitions and co‑development deals in the BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) and solar PV sectors in Italy — from early‑stage engagement and NBO negotiation through signing and closing.
This role sits at the core of the deal execution process, collaborating closely with internal teams and external advisors (legal, tax, technical, insurance, finance) to ensure transactions progress with speed, clarity, and strong buyer protection. It is a high‑impact position with direct exposure to senior leadership and major players in the Italian renewables M&A market.

 

 

Responsibilities

Deal Execution & Transaction Management

  • Lead the execution of M&A and co development transactions across the full deal lifecycle.
  • Coordinate due diligence workstreams (legal, technical, financial, tax, insurance), ensuring risks and mitigation actions are clearly identified.
  • Support the negotiation and structuring of transaction documents (SPA, SHA, co development agreements).

 

Stakeholder & Advisor Management

  • Serve as a key interface with sellers, developers, financial advisors, ensuring a constructive and efficient transaction process.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams (legal, engineering, construction, finance, HSE) to ensure internal alignment.

 

Internal Governance & Reporting

  • Support internal approval processes by preparing deal materials and transaction summaries.
  • Ensure deals progress smoothly toward signing and closing, in alignment with internal governance, deadlines, and quality standards.

 

Job Requirements

Education

  • Degree in Business, Engineering, Law or Finance.

 

Professional Experience

  • 5+ years of M&A experience in the Italian renewables sector, ideally with exposure to utility‑scale BESS and PV projects.
  • Strong experience in SPA negotiations, milestone‑based pricing structures, and multi‑stream due diligence coordination.

 

Technical Skills

  • Experience in M&A transactions involving utility‑scale PV and BESS assets.
  • Understanding of project development for solar and BESS.
  • Solid knowledge of the Italian renewables market.
  • Competence in financial modeling, valuation and regulatory frameworks.
  • Advanced Excel & PowerPoint skills; familiarity with sector databases and platforms is a plus.
  • English C1 (negotiation level) and fluent Italian.

 

Soft Skills

  • Strong execution mindset, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent negotiation and contract‑logic understanding.
  • Highly structured, reliable, and deadline‑oriented.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Commercial awareness and ability to understand value drivers and market standards.

What we offer

  • A strategic and high‑impact role within Zelestra’s growth roadmap.
  • Direct exposure to senior decision‑makers and top‑tier market players.
  • Opportunity to work on complex BESS & PV transactions shaping the energy transition.
  • Close collaboration with highly skilled internal teams (legal, engineering, finance, construction, HSE).
  • Dynamic, innovative, and merit‑driven environment.
  • Career opportunities and professional development in a growing multinational company with a team highly qualified.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Flexible compensation.
  • Full working day.
  • Remote work 2 days a week.

 

Zelestra celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a variety of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity...

 

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