Expansion Manager - Spain

Job description

Become part of a fast-growing company that plays a fundamental role in shaping our future! Together with more than 400 colleagues from +45 nationalities, we enable electric vehicle drivers around Europe to fast-charge their cars with green energy and lead the way in making mobility sustainable. In this role, you will drive the growth of our locations, as our goal is a European network of 1,000 fast charging stations on prime locations. Fastned is a fast growing, listed scaleup company and is currently active in nine countries. We stand out from other charge point operators with our high-power charging, drive-through model, and commitment to super-reliable infrastructure. Our stations provide fast, seamless charging experiences, allowing drivers to charge their EVs in minutes, not hours. As a leading provider of ultra-fast charging, we’re focused on delivering exceptional service and innovation to accelerate the transition to electric mobility, and it all starts with securing the best locations! We’re looking for an Expansion Manager to help us find and secure top-tier charging locations along the main corridors and cities of central and Southern Spain, to strengthen our connection with our network in the rest of Europe and solidify our position as the go-to charging provider in Spain and Europe! Your role As an Expansion Manager, you’ll focus on securing prime real estate in high-traffic areas, ensuring our stations are visible, accessible, and built for long-term success. You’ll work closely with landowners, developers, and retailers to forge strategic partnerships, helping Fastned solidify its position as the leading charging network in the region. To secure the best locations, we expect you to implement a strong network development plan. You will be responsible to shape your own network and expansion efforts, and to think strategically on how you approach the various stakeholders in- and outside of your network. Working as part of a dynamic, international team, you’ll also help streamline processes to maximise efficiency and effectiveness. You'll become an expert in the future of e-mobility and charging infrastructure, collaborating with subject matter experts to sharpen your knowledge and lead negotiations with confidence. Don't worry, your onboarding will include "masterclasses" on e-mobility and fast-charging, so you'll be ready to hit the ground running and shape the future of mobility by bringing essential charging infrastructure to key locations. This role is based in Spain, where you’ll join a fun, diverse team spread across Europe. You'll have the unique opportunity to learn about and contribute to an industry driven by the future, making a real impact on the energy transition! Who we are looking for To succeed in this role, you need to be a strong networker and negotiator. You’ll be responsible for driving Fastned’s expansion strategy in your focus area, securing prime sites with different parties, such as landowners, real estate companies, investment funds, as well as government bodies while supporting the team’s expansion efforts. 5+ years of work experience, with at least 3 years in a relevant commercial role Strong real estate and contract knowledge (commercial, planning, and legal aspects) Sales-driven and results-oriented with strong commercial acumen Proven negotiation skills, comfortable dealing with both large real estate investors and private landowners An affinity with commercial and financial concepts, or a willingness to learn Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Spanish and English Willingness to travel regularly within Spain and occasionally throughout Europe A natural curiosity and passion for learning and taking on new challenges A strong motivation to accelerate the energy transition An existing network of key private and public stakeholders in real estate, energy, infrastructure, transport, or e-mobility sectors within Spain Previous experience in expansion and/or real estate, with a focus on Madrid, Murcia and Andalucia Good understanding of urban regulations and proven experience liaising with public authorities Our perks We work hard to change the world, but we don't forget to recognise & celebrate our successes, big and small. We value work-life balance, offer you real work flexibility and have family-friendly policies in place. We have an inclusive work environment, love authentic people, so don't try to fit in because we like you for who you are! Stock option plan → we believe in shared value creation; A training and development budget of €3,000 per year per employee, because development and training are important to us and our sector offers endless opportunities; Lunch and transport are provided by Pluxee; Medical insurance is covered by Fastned; We can provide you with an EV car with charging expenses covered; Going the extra mile for parents: We provide you with personalised coaching support before, during, and after parental leave, facilitated by Foundree. Accessibility to Women's Health platform Flouria. Access to the mental health platform Nilo Health including 10 sessions with psychologists of your choice. Next to fun events year-round, we throw notorious Christmas parties and organize an amazing yearly trip abroad with all employees; Other perks include flexible working hours, restaurant pass, full travel compensation, and the working gear of your choice. Curious and interested? We’d love to hear from you! Apply now, send us your CV in English, and explain why you’re excited about joining Fastned. The recruitment process consists of the following stages: Video call with one of our recruiters to learn about Fastned and our culture First interview with the hiring manager to understand the role On-site case interview with two Expansion Leads, plus a conversation over coffee/tea with some of your future colleagues Final chat with our Network Development Director We’re looking forward to your application! Fastned stands for equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, neurodiversity, disabilities, parental status or any other protected characteristic that makes you unique.