Senior Specialist, Global Offshore Strategy (m/f/d)
About the role
Identifying and assessing strategic opportunities and risks
Structuring complex problems and developing clear, actionable recommendations
Managing key governance processes and decision forums at the highest levels of the organization
Partnering closely with senior stakeholders to ensure strategy translates into execution and measurable impact
We operate as a small, effective team with direct influence on the priorities, performance, and future trajectory of Vestas' offshore business.
Responsibilities:
As part of the team, you will operate at the core of strategic decision-making and execution across Vestas' offshore business. You will join a high-performing team and work closely with senior stakeholders across regions and functions.
Reporting to the Vice President of Global Offshore Strategy, your responsibilities will include:
Driving strategic problem solving-structuring ambiguous problems, leading rigorous analysis, and synthesizing insights into clear decision points
Owning high-impact projects end-to-end-from framing the problem to delivering tangible outcomes and ensuring follow-through in the organization
Shaping and guiding decisions-aligning senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams around a shared direction across regions and key functions
Enabling executive decision-making-preparing sharp, top-down materials and insights for the Global Offshore Leadership Team
This role combines structured strategy work with real accountability for outcomes-and offers a rare opportunity to support decisions and execution at the highest level of a global industry leader.
Qualifications:
We are looking for candidates with a strong consulting toolkit and a demonstrated ability to create impact in complex environments.
You likely bring experience from:
Management consulting and/or an in-house strategy function (+6 years)
Leading large, cross-functional initiatives in matrixed organizations
Offshore wind or closely related industries is a plus
Linking tasks to financial impact and understanding
Competencies:
The ideal candidate combines structured thinking with strong execution drive and stakeholder impact. We expect that:
You create clarity from complexity - structuring ambiguous problems, simplifying processes, and communicating with precision and top-down logic
You bring people on board - influencing peers, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams to align around a common direction
You get things done - owning outcomes end-to-end, moving from early-stage thinking to tangible results with accountability and pace
What we offer:
We offer a high-impact role in a collaborative and motivated team, with direct exposure to senior leadership and critical strategic decisions.
As part of Vestas, a worldwide company in renewable energy, you will:
Work on the most strategic topics shaping the future of offshore wind in Vestas
Gain direct access to executive-level decision-making and governance forums
Operate in a changing, international environment with significant responsibility and ownership
Play a key role in translating strategy into execution and tangible business outcomes
This role is well-suited for candidates looking to transition from consulting into an in-house position with real ownership, meaningful responsibility, and a clear pathway toward broader leadership roles within the organization.
Your benefits – because your contribution counts:
Start & Perspective: Structured onboarding program and a permanent employment contract with long-term prospects
Development & Skills: Varied work in a forward-looking industry and individual opportunities for professional growth
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Overtime account, option to work from home up to 8 days per month, 30 days of vacation plus Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve off, and the option for a sabbatical
Add-Ons: Business bike, gym allowance, company pension plan, Germany-wide train ticket (Deutschlandticket)
Team & Culture: Scandinavian-inspired with flat hierarchies, informal culture, and great team spirit
Our commitment to a fair hiring.
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
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