Business Development M&A Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables)
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
What You Can Expect
At ENGIE we are accelerating the energy transition by building a cleaner more sustainable future. Our Renewables team is growing fast and we need driven professionals who want to shape that growth from the inside.
As a Business Development Advisor you will support the growth of ENGIEs North American portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy assets including wind solar battery energy storage data center co-location and emerging energy technologies. This highly visible role combines business development mergers and acquisitions strategic analysis and transaction execution providing the opportunity to independently source evaluate negotiate and execute complex investment opportunities that support ENGIEs long-term growth strategy.
What You Will Do
- Lead the origination evaluation negotiation and execution of acquisitions divestments joint ventures and strategic investments across ENGIEs renewable energy portfolio
- Develop and analyze financial models valuations commercial assessments and investment scenarios to support transaction structuring pricing and investment decisions
- Manage transaction processes from initial assessment through closing coordinating cross-functional internal teams and external advisors while driving key project milestones
- Lead commercial negotiations and due diligence efforts identifying risks opportunities and value drivers while securing favorable contractual and financial terms
- Prepare executive-level investment memoranda presentations and governance materials that support internal approvals and strategic decision-making
- Support the growth of ENGIEs development pipeline by evaluating greenfield development opportunities market expansion strategies and emerging technology investments across wholesale power markets
- Design and enhance analytical tools dashboards reporting processes and workflow solutions that improve visibility decision-making and operational efficiency across Business Development and M&A activities
What Youll Bring
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration Economics Engineering or a related field
- Minimum seven (7) years of progressive experience within the energy industry including renewable energy development business development project acquisitions project finance investment banking energy trading consulting utilities or independent power producers (IPPs)
- Experience leading or supporting complex M&A investment development or strategic transactions within the energy sector
- Advanced financial modeling valuation and analytical capabilities with demonstrated experience evaluating investment opportunities and developing actionable business recommendations
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to develop polished executive-ready analyses presentations and investment materials; experience with Power BI Think-Cell or similar business intelligence tools is preferred
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex market commercial and financial information identify key risks and opportunities and recommend strategic paths forward
- Excellent verbal written and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to technical commercial and executive stakeholders
- Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across geographically dispersed cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and evolving environment
- Self-motivated and results-oriented with a strong sense of ownership intellectual curiosity attention to detail and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously
- Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and a demonstrated ability to drive innovation process enhancements and scalable business solutions
Additional Details
- This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy and is not eligible for remote work
- Must be available to travel domestically up to 20% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
Compensation
Salary Range: $117300 $179860 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography experience education internal pay alignment or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical dental vision life insurance employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance ESPP generous paid time off including wellness days holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But thats not all were dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
Why ENGIE
ENGIE North America isnt just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition were leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable efficient and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
Join us and be part of the adventure!
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.
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About Company
We are ENGIE, a supplier of energy for homes and businesses, both in the UK and abroad. Our name might be new to you, but we've been around for quite a while. And in that time, we've achieved some pretty big things here in the UK