Head of IT Strategy & Services

Can you establish and lead a newly created department?

European Energy is a green company in exponential growth. We develop, construct, and operate projects within solar- (PV) and wind-farms globally, as well as Power-to-X. Our core values are the foundation of everything we do: In it together, Trust and courage, Ambition, Excitement, Inclusion, and Agility.

Your new department
You will spearhead the development of our newly established IT department: “Strategy and Services”. The vision is to create a powerhouse that aligns IT services with our ambitious business goals. Currently, the department consists of three project managers and an administrative IT coordinator, with room to grow under your leadership.

The department will be responsible for everything from IT Strategy development and budgeting to IT project Management and IT Procurement; and you will need to ensure these services are delivered, with you team, to the rest of the IT organization and our colleagues across the company.

As part of the IT leadership team, along with the leaders of IT Development, Data & Analytics, IT Operations & Security, Information Security & Operational Technology, you will report to the VP, Head of IT, and will support setting the direction for the future of how our company operates in IT.

In this role you will

• Lead the development and maintenance of our IT strategy.
• Build and manage a team to support the IT organization, and beyond.
• Own and facilitate the IT communication strategy.
• Own and be responsible for a streamlined IT procurement process, IT contract- and license-management to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Manage essential tasks and IT projects, delegating to ensure timely and successful delivery.
• Facilitate and consolidate the IT budget process for the overall IT organization as well as subdepartments’ IT budgets.
• Facilitate and maintain the IT annual wheel and related processes.
• Own and ensure maintenance of IT’s internal and external communication.
• Build, drive and maintain the IT communications framework, including template development.

We are seeking an individual with 3-5 years of leadership experience. You have a proven track record in developing and implementing IT strategies, vendor selection, and managing complex contracts. You know how to motivate a team while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

To thrive in this position, we imagine that you

• are a seasoned people leader with keen strategic vision
• have 3-5 years of work experience from a similar position, e.g. as CIOO manager
• hold a bachelor's or master’s degree in company organization, IT or another relevant field, or have equivalent work experience
• are a fluent and clear communicator in both spoken and written English.
• have experience with budget management as well as IT procurement and contracts
• are experienced in project and task management and related methodology
• know when to delegate

With us you get

• Opportunities and Growth: We invest in our employees' growth through continuous training, development programs, and clear career progression paths.
• Meaningful Mission: Be part of an international venture with the mission to out-compete fossil fuels. European Energy welcomed 280 new colleagues across 19 countries in 2023.
• Flexible Work Hours and Location: Enjoy the flexibility of shaping your work schedule and location.
• Strong Social Community: Join a diverse community with monthly Friday events, a free gym, a squash court, and various sports events like running, padel, football clubs and mountain biking.
• Great Amenities: Enjoy barista-quality coffee and an excellent canteen at our HQ.

European Energy at a glance – The Power of Tomorrow, Today
European Energy is a Danish privately owned company founded in 2004 with headquarter in Copenhagen. We operate all the way from development, design, financing, construction, operation and selling of wind- and solar farms on land as well as offshore globally. As part of this, we are also very active in M&A activities across the full value chain. Further, we work with development of future energy solutions, e.g. Power-to-X. We have a solid collaboration with local stakeholders and want to involve all parts in the process.

We are now more than 820 employees with 43 nationalities represented in 24 countries, and we are growing rapidly in both Copenhagen and across our global offices. We all work for our common goal to be the most innovative partner within the green transition and to create The Power of Tomorrow, Today.

Our working environment is built on mutual respect for the varied strengths and talents of our employees, with a flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial thinking at its foundation. Our employees value our flexible working culture, permitting better reconciliation of work and personal life. We are a team, whether it is in the workplace, on our company trips or during our weekly company training sessions. At European Energy, you will not only gain great colleagues, but also new friends from every corner of the globe.

Apply now
Workplace: Søborg, Copenhagen

Manager: Tina Askjær, Vice President, Head of IT

Apply for the position: Please submit your application including a CV and optionally a motivational letter by using the “apply for position” button to the right.

Contact person: For more information about the position, please reach out to Constantin Methenitis, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner.

Department: Gyngemose Parkvej 50, Søborg

Lokation: Søborg, Denmark