Head of Section Energy Transition Strategies and Solutions

Location:
Arnhem, Netherlands
Business:
Energy Systems
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
6970
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

The Head of Section Energy Transition Strategies and Solutions sits within the department of Energy Markets and Strategy (EMS), part of Energy Systems Northern Europe and reports to the Head of Department Energy Markets and Strategy.

You and your team will play a key role in supporting customers in the energy transition with a focus on Hydrogen and low carbon fuels, CCS and power generation. The department offers services like Technical and Commercial Due Diligence (TDD & CDD), LTA, feasibility studies and market studies. Therefor your team of 25 consultants consists of a combination of technical expertise, markets and regulatory experience and project management as well.

This role provides the opportunity to combine leadership and commercial responsibilities with strategic impact. The role offers the opportunity to shape the direction of the section while fostering an inclusive and high-performing team environment and collaboration with other sections and Key Account Managers in the region.

This position is based in Arnhem, and the members of your team are based in the Netherlands.

Your responsibilities:

Team leadership & Business Development

  • Lead, coach and support a team of approximately 25 consultants.
  • Foster a safe, inclusive and collaborative team environment where people can grow and contribute.
  • Support individual development through feedback, coaching and mentoring.
  • Lead the Business Development & Sales activities in the team.

Strategy & business direction

  • Develop and implement the section’s business plan.
  • Contribute to departmental strategy and decision-making.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and service development and business development.

Delivery & operations

  • Ensure high-quality and consistent delivery of services.
  • Support effective planning, workload balance and resource allocation.
  • Act as Project Sponsor for selected projects.

Commercial engagement

  • Contribute to business development, sales and client relationships.
  • Collaborate with segment leads, key account managers and colleagues across the organization.
  • Represent the section internally and externally.

What we offer
Besides the opportunity to contribute to the Energy Transition, we offer an unique opportunity to combine people management skills with a team of technical and commercial team members, projects and customers of DNV.
  • Healthy work/life balance combined with 38 hours work week.
  • Hybrid working model, 3 days office – 2 days home office.Opportunities for personal growth: based on your experience, we will create a plan together with you for your personal development for the next years.
  • We will do this through our 70-20-10 philosophy: 70% learning on the job, 20% coaching and 10% formal training.
DEFAULT DEI STATEMENT: DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

We recognize that different candidates may bring different strengths. If your experience does not fully match all requirements but you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply.

What you bring

  • A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: hydrogen, CCS, low-carbon fuels or power generation.
  • Familiarity with the energy transition market and stakeholder landscape.
  • Experience with business development and client relations.
  • Experience in consulting or advisory environments (Consultative selling).
  • Experience in leading or coordinating teams.
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams.
  • A structured and solution-oriented approach.
  • Strong communication skills in English and Dutch language.
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.