Director Performance and Strategy, Recycling

What you will be doing

Recycling in Hydro is a strategic growth area for the future, supporting the megatrends towards a circular, more sustainable and low-carbon economy. Aluminium Metal Recycling business unit operates 16 production sites in 8 countries across Europe and the US and consists of ~1200 employees. We have grown significantly in the past few years, increasing the size and complexity of the business.

We are now looking for a new experienced team member to strengthen business performance and strategy processes — and to improve quality, transparency, and digitalization across the business.

With recycling playing a critical role in Hydro’s strategic direction and investments, this role is critical for contributing to long-term success of the recycling business in Hydro. You will play a central role in professionalizing core processes and supporting strategic performance across the Recycling business unit.

Working closely with the Head of Finance and Strategy, you will:

• Run core performance and strategy processes, including the strategy process, business planning, KPI scorecard development, risk management. 

• Prepare material for important performance forums towards recycling management and senior management in Hydro.

• Follow up performance across business segments, harmonize reporting, and drive continuous improvement.

• Lead portfolio analyses, including deep-dives, benchmarking, and ad-hoc performance work.

• Accelerate digitization and automation of performance reporting, develop data visualization dashboards.

• Act as a sparring partner to the Head of Finance & Strategy and the Head of Recycling, and support decision making.

What will make you successful?

• A Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering or similar quantitative field.

• At least 5 years’ experience, ideally from management consulting, investment banking, or performance/strategy-oriented roles.

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and maintain a strategic perspective.

• A structured, detail-oriented approach and proven ability to deliver high-quality outputs.

• Experience collaborating across functions, organizational levels, and cultures; curiosity and willingness to learn the fundamentals of recycling.

• Strong communication and presentation skills, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint.

• Competence and drive to support development of data visualization and business intelligence solutions

• Ability to work independently and drive processes to completion in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency in business English (written and verbal)

As a person, you have a structured, hands-on and proactive approach. You are analytical and curious with excellent problem-solving skills. You are eager to learn, driven by continuous improvements and thrive in team settings. You have strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to build trust and collaborate with various stakeholders.

What we offer you

• A unique opportunity to learn the recycling business, engage in key finance and strategy processes, and contribute to the long-term development of a growing and strategically important unit.

• Strong professional and personal growth in an international, sustainability-driven environment.

• Global exposure through collaboration and travel to units in Europe and the USA.

• Competitive compensation, attractive benefits, and flexible working arrangements.