Senior Expansion Manager

About the role

Fastned is looking for a Senior Expansion Manager to lead site acquisition for the eastern region of Germany around Leipzig. You will identify attractive locations, build long-term partnerships with property owners and municipalities, and negotiate lease or purchase agreements to expand our network of ultra-fast charging stations. This role involves working at the intersection of real estate, technology, and sustainability while mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new locations for ultra-fast charging stations
• Build and maintain relationships with property owners, developers, and municipalities
• Lead negotiations for lease, rental, or purchase agreements
• Analyze site potential based on visibility, accessibility, and economic viability
• Collaborate with internal teams including architecture, legal, construction, and operations
• Mentor and lead junior team members within the regional team

Required skills

• Network Development
• Site Acquisition
• Real Estate
• Project Development
• Negotiation
• Contract Management
• German
• English

Nice to have

• Mapping tools
• CRM tools
• Analytical tools

Qualifications

• Professional experience in commercial real estate, site acquisition, or project development

Benefits

• 29 days vacation
• Two mission days per year
• Flexible working conditions
• Electric company car including charging costs
• Company-wide performance bonus
• Stock option program
• 3,000 Euro annual training budget
• 25 percent employer contribution to company pension
• Mental wellbeing support
• Urban Sports Club membership

About the Company

Fastned is a pioneer in fast-charging infrastructure with the goal of building a European network of over 1,000 stations by 2030. The company employs over 500 people from more than 50 nations across ten countries, all working towards the mission of accelerating the transition to electric mobility.