Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early success in Sweden and Denmark, we’ve grown into the world’s leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it’s not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.

AAK Location
This position is based at our Headquarter in Malmö, Sweden.

Our global headquarters are in Malmo, one of Sweden’s largest cities. In 2023 we moved to Hyllie Terrass, a 12-storey building that uses climate-improved concrete, recycled materials, and innovative energy solutions to reduce its carbon footprint.

About the role
As our new M&A and Strategy Junior Consultant, you will be a part of a team that plays a leading role in driving M&A and Corporate Strategy projects across AAK. You will take part in executing on AAK’s ambitious global M&A agenda and our strategy.

In the daily work, you will be a part of a team of student M&A and Strategy Junior Consultants and four experienced colleagues with backgrounds from M&A advisory, strategy consulting and the global consumer goods industry, working in close collaboration with the Executive Committee, AAK business leaders across the world and our corporate communications, sustainability, and legal teams. We seek a person that want to be part of making impact at AAK from day one, with a strong desire to develop your analytical mindset, a can-do attitude, and a passion for developing own potential.

Responsibilities

• Support on M&A and strategy projects across AAK by providing high-quality analyses and input
• Take part in acquisition screenings and due diligence of potential acquisitions
• Assist in corporate development projects relating to strategic partnerships, corporate strategy, and other general business development activities

About you
The ideal candidate will have:

2-3 years left of studies within business or engineering with strong academic results
Strong analytical skills, flair for systematic problem-solving, and attention to detail
Good strategic and commercial understanding
Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory, as is a strong knowledge of Excel and Power Point.
Wish to collaborate with and learn from a supportive team of experienced colleagues.

At AAK, diversity and inclusion is of great importance, and we have a strong focus on diversity in our recruitment of new colleagues. We encourage you to apply for this position if you believe you could be the right candidate, even though you might not have the exact background or experience described above.

With flexibility around exams and your school timetable, we offer a work opportunity of on average 15-20 hours per week. The position is based in Malmö, Sweden, at our headquarter.

On return AAK offers

• Join a pioneering company in specialty oils and fats, driving innovation and sustainability.
• In AAK you can work across 25+ countries, gaining international exposure and collaborating with a diverse team.
• AAK invests in your development with training, mentorship, and clear career paths.
• You will contribute to a greener world with AAK's sustainability-focused approach.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual's perspective and talents.

Contact and information
For further information about the position please contact Head of Corporate Strategy Niklas Hansson on phone: +46 733 148 078 or niklas.hansson@aak.com or Head of M&A Anders Holmberg on +46 72-1785 751 or anders.holmberg@aak.com.

Please submit your application as soon as possible to HR Manager Louise Modig louise.modig@aak.com Applications will be evaluated continuously and last day for application is September 27th 2024.

We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents, recruitment agencies or manning companies.

About AAK
Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate and confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and the support of more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.