Oliver Grundmann

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DISC Type : Dc

Of Counsel | Lawyer at Dentons

Berlin Metropolitan Area, Germany

Overview

Oliver Grundmann is an Of Counsel at Dentons, specializing in energy, infrastructure, and defense. He leverages 12 years of experience as a Member of the German Bundestag, where he was a key rapporteur for hydrogen and CCUS. He holds a law degree from the University of Hamburg and previously led an award-winning recycling technology company.

He has a strong personal and professional interest in national security, stemming from his time as a reserve officer and his sons recent military enlistment. Oliver is deeply rooted in his community, having served as deputy mayor of Stade, and is involved in organizations fostering international relations like the Atlantik-Brücke.

Unique fact: Before becoming a lawyer and politician, he completed an apprenticeship as a chemical laboratory technician.

Personality Overview

Quality Focused

Fast But Wary

Demanding

More than the product, they care about the effectiveness of the product.  They are not focused on building rapport and relationships. They respond well to strong and respectful communication.

Topics They Care About

Energy Transformation
As a former key rapporteur for hydrogen and CCUS in the Bundestag, he now advises on energy and infrastructure law at Dentons, focusing on renewable transitions.
Defense & Security
He was a deputy member of the defense committee, is a former reserve officer, and frequently posts about Germany's defense readiness and NATO.
Carbon Management
A long-time driver of CCS/CCUS legislation in Germany, he continues to be active in policy discussions and industry alliances on the topic.

Media Appearances

Dentons verstärkt Energy‑Praxis mit Oliver Grundmann. Featured in pv‑magazine.de

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MdB Oliver Grundmann wechselt als Of Counsel zu Dentons Energy Berlin. Featured in LTO (Legal Tribune Online)

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Dentons strengthens Energy group in Germany with former Bundestag member Oliver Grundmann. Featured in Dentons (official news release)

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Work History

3-2025
Of Counsel | Lawyer at Dentons
9-2013 - 3-2025
Mitglied des Deutschen Bundestages 2013 - 2025 at Deutscher Bundestag
2012 - 2019
Mitglied des Aufsichtsrats at Eisenbahnen und Verkehrsbetriebe Elbe-Weser (evb) GmbH
2012 - 2016
Mitglied des Aufsichtsrates at OsteMed Kliniken und Pflege GmbH
2010 - 2020
Mitglied des Aufsichtsrates at Elbe Kliniken Stade-Buxtehude GmbH

Education

8-1995 - 1-2001
1. Staatsexamen from University of Hamburg
5-2003 - 5-2005
Großes juristisches Staatsexamen / 2. Staatsexamen from Oberlandesgericht Celle

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Exp : 30 Location : Berlin Metropolitan Area, Germany Job Level : N/A Designation : Of Counsel | Lawyer at Dentons
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Insights For Selling To Oliver

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Make sure that you circle back fast on any action items, it wins their trust
  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points without becoming too analytical
  • Hold your ground without indulging in one-upmanship

DONT's

  • Do not back off when challenged, respond with a confident, objective answer instead
  • Do not spend too much time focusing on product tech or features
  • Do not hesitate from asking counter questions, just avoid challenging their authority

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Oliver is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Oliver

  • If they are not convinced, they will have no hesitation in telling you the same.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Oliver move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can Oliver take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And Oliver

Personality Compatibility


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