STRATEGY MANAGER
Strategy & Business Development Manager
Powering Energy Transition
ECO STOR is a fast-growing leader in the development, construction, and operation of large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), accelerating the transition toward a sustainable energy future. Founded in 2021 and headquartered near Munich with operations in Oslo, the company combines deep technical expertise with a strong mission: driving meaningful change through next-generation energy solutions.
With more than 80 employees and a management team of seasoned entrepreneurs and industry experts, ECO STOR delivers the full value chain—from early project origination to construction, operations, and lifecycle management. The company today operates over 200 MW of BESS assets and manages an active pipeline exceeding 25 GWh, representing approximately 30% of the German BESS market.
In 2024, ECO STOR welcomed strategic investment from Brookfield-owned X-ELIO and London-based private equity firm Nature Infrastructure Capital. This partnership strengthens the company’s capital base and global capabilities as it continues its rapid expansion.
At ECO STOR, technology, sustainability, and a people-centered culture go hand in hand. We offer an agile, mission-driven environment where innovation, integrity, and impact shape the everyday work.
Learn more at: eco-stor.de
About the Role
We are now building a strategy team in Oslo, and as our Strategy & Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping ECO STOR’s strategic direction during a critical phase of growth and scale-up. You will design and implement structured strategy processes, support leadership in organizational development, and identify new business models and revenue opportunities.
This is a newly created position, offering the opportunity to build and shape strategic foundations from the ground up. You will work closely with the executive team to align vision, strategic goals, and operational initiatives, while ensuring that the organization has robust tools and frameworks for informed decision-making.
Core Responsibilities
Strategy & Corporate Development
- Lead the company’s 2026 strategy process, including structured goal setting, prioritization, and implementation planning.
- Maintain and further develop ECO STOR’s strategic framework, ensuring clear visualization of goals and progress.
- Support leadership in organizational design as the company scales.
- Provide insight and recommendations for long-term organizational development, including roles, structures, and project-based initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop tools, processes, and interfaces for consistent project documentation and project steering.
Business Model Development & New Opportunities
- Analyze and refine existing business models while assessing opportunities in new markets.
- Develop scalable new business models—including co-location, data center integration, and other emerging energy solutions.
- Create and manage a structured evaluation framework for new products and business models, ensuring alignment with overall mission and vision.
- Provide clear, actionable insights and recommendations to support business expansion and investment decisions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, Engineering, Energy, or a related field; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in strategy, corporate development, or business development—ideally within energy, infrastructure, or high-growth technology sectors.
- Proven track record in strategy formulation, goal setting, and business model innovation.
- Experience with organizational design and change management.
- Strong understanding of energy markets, BESS, or related technical domains.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities; skilled at turning complex information into actionable recommendations.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and with senior leadership.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple workstreams, and drive initiatives to completion.
Why Join ECO STOR?
- Make real impact in the energy transition
- Work with cutting-edge technology and ambitious teams
- High-growth environment backed by leading global investors
- Opportunity to shape strategy from the ground up
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Om Papillon Executive Search AS
A Papillon Executive Search advisor is required to have extensive experience in the recruitment industry. It is essential for us to focus on the future of executive search—both by driving innovation within a traditionally conservative sector and, most importantly, by working with industries and companies we are truly passionate about.
Papillon Executive Search is committed to establishing a leading position in recruitment within two key areas, guided by our expertise and professional focus. We find it highly stimulating and rewarding to work within the green transition, technology companies, and start-ups transitioning into scale-ups, as well as scale-ups that have progressed further. These companies share a common thread: strong passion, ambition, and a clear vision for the future.
We believe we can add significant value by leveraging our expertise and acting as trusted advisors to our clients. Across industries, many of the challenges companies face are universal and not always immediately apparent—particularly when it comes to identifying and attracting the right talent for key positions.
We have identified two primary industry sectors where we will focus our efforts:
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This sector has many intersecting dimensions with the green transition and represents a broad yet clearly defined focus area. The phases, challenges, and dynamics that tech companies face are often similar. Our expertise extends to companies specializing in security, health, and welfare technology—sectors that contribute to a greater purpose.
Finding the right candidate requires a deep understanding of the business case, the company, and its current and future landscape. It also demands strong advisory capabilities, strategic insight, and—most importantly—the ability to attract the right talent with the right motivation for the role.
That is where we excel.
Our vision is that our contribution to the recruitment process will result in hires that positively impact the company’s working environment, productivity and profitability in the short and long term.