Job Description

We are searching for an experienced Business Development Manager, for our partner, one of the most important renewable energy companies on the market. You would be based in Bucharest and enjoy a dedicated team of professionals with international relevant background and exposure.

What we will provide

• The support and exposure to diverse and challenging projects so that you can grow professionally

• Integration in an international team of experts, where you can progress

• All relevant tools of work

• Comp&ben package suited to your expectations

• The possibility to openly discuss & accommodate any relevant terms, important to you when joining our team

Key Responsibilities

• Identifying and evaluating opportunities to develop or acquire renewable, storage and thermal power generation assets in support of corporate growth targets for the company development team.

• Leading and/or coordinating cross-functional project development and due diligence teams under the supervision of the direct superior

• Assisting in the preparation of documents, presentations, and other materials for Senior Management and the Board of Directors, including project investment recommendations in line with corporate screening criteria.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with load-serving entities, project stakeholders, project developers and other market participants.

• Supporting the development of annual business and strategic plans and development budgets within the allocated area

• Leading and/or participating in the negotiation of off-take agreements, joint venture agreements, lease agreements, project permits, financing documents and other contractual arrangements.

Skill & Experience

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.

• MBA or relevant graduate degree is preferred, but not required.

Experience:

• Combined 5+ years of related experience in business development/project management. Candidate having experience in energy industry is required.

• Minimum 2 years in a related business development role.

• Knowledge of energy markets in Romania, including, but not limited to, market structures and design, transmission infrastructure and strategic and financial competitors.

• Technically proficient with renewable or thermal power generation technologies.

• Previous experience in development of utility-scale wind, solar and/or storage projects is required.

• Experience with structuring land leases, land acquisition transactions, and development site acquisitions is desirable.

• Ideally would have successfully closed one or more transactions in a former role.

• Experience with structuring transactions for acquisition of utility-scale wind, solar and/or storage power generation assets is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated quantitative, qualitative analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Possess effective oral and written communication skills.

• Proficient project management skills as well as the ability to excel in a dynamic and multi-disciplinary project team environment with the ability to adapt to change.

• Ability to lead and facilitate effective meetings.

• Above average knowledge of legal language and contracts.

• Reasonable level of financial analysis skills, including familiarity with accounting principles and financial reporting.

Social Process Skills:

• Proven ability to communicate and delegate effectively in a cross-functional environment.

• Self-motivated and passionate about the energy industry.

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with complex concepts.

• Team player who promotes a culture of innovation and quality.