Expansion Lead NL

Join Fastned at the forefront of Europe’s electric vehicle and charging infrastructure revolution! As our Expansion Lead NL, you’ll support our growth across the Netherlands, securing new locations and paving the way toward our goal of 1,000 stations. Together with 400+ colleagues from over 40 nationalities, spread across 10 countries, we drive change in the energy transition. What sets us apart is our focus on reliability, sustainability and clean energy. We have been awarded “Best Charging Network” in the UK, France, Switzerland and the Netherlands, further establishing Fastned as a leading player in the field. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact!

Your role

As Expansion Lead Netherlands, you will play a key role in driving Fastned’s growth and strengthening our position as the leading fast charging provider in the Netherlands. You will lead the Dutch expansion team and work closely with the NL Country Director and cross-functional teams in Location Design, Construction, Public Affairs, and Communications. Your focus will be on securing new locations, building strong partnerships, and delivering successful commercial deals.

You will become an expert in the Dutch market, identifying opportunities for growth, developing and executing strategies, and managing the entire process from site identification to deal closure. You will feed opportunities into our pipeline and support the team in delivering on our ambitious growth targets. This role offers a great mix of strategic analysis, business development, stakeholder management, and hands-on project execution.

Your responsibilities include:

• Lead and inspire the Dutch expansion team, fostering a culture of ownership and collaboration.

• Develop and execute strategies to expand Fastned’s network in the Netherlands, in line with our European growth ambitions.

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new prime locations for fast charging stations.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in energy, infrastructure, property, and (e-)mobility sectors.

• Prepare and negotiate public tenders and commercial agreements.

• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Location Design, Construction, Public Affairs, Communications) to deliver projects from concept to completion.

• Monitor market developments and contribute to the evolution of Fastned’s strategy.

• Represent Fastned externally and act as an ambassador for our mission and values.

Who we are looking for

You are ready to grow and make an impact. If you have a passion for leading teams, driving performance, and working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

Additionally you bring:

• At least 8 years of relevant work experience, ideally in high-growth environments.

• You are a convincing business developer and networker with outstanding people skills.

• Proven experience in building and leading teams.

• Deep knowledge of the Dutch (e-)mobility market and an established network in relevant sectors.

• Strong commercial judgment and problem-solving mindset.

• Excellent analytical skills and experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills in Dutch and English.

• Motivated by making a positive impact and accelerating the energy transition.

• Willingness to travel regularly within the Netherlands and Europe.

Join us in building a better future!

We work hard to change the world, but we don't forget to recognise & celebrate our successes, big and small. We focus on work-life balance, provide genuine work flexibility, and have family-friendly policies in place. Electric mobility is new territory for you? Don’t worry! As part of your onboarding, you will participate in a series of exciting workshops where you will learn everything about our industry and fast-charging infrastructure. Our benefits package includes:

• Stock option plan - we believe in shared value creation.

• Pension plan (fully covered by Fastned).

• 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.

• A company (EV) car with charging expenses covered.

• 29 holidays. Additionally, we give you two mission days you can use to contribute to Fastned’s mission or to support a cause that is important to you.

• Daily lunches, snacks & drinks are provided at our office locations.

• Next to fun events year-round, we throw notorious Christmas parties and organise an amazing yearly trip abroad with all employees.

• Other perks include flexible working hours, full travel compensation and the working gear of your choice.

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.