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Our Client , an integrated independent multinational solar power producer, delivering affordable, rapidly deployable and sustainable source of clean energy worldwide,is looking for a Senior Business Developer:
- He/She will be responsible for identifying and securing new project opportunities in the region, establishing the project structure, bringing the projects to financial close and start of construction.
- Develop and in-depth understanding of the region’s power markets and opportunities for utility-scale solar PV projects in the markets
- Develop relationships with authorities, regulators and utilities
- Identify and nurture relationships with local/regional developers, brokers, banks, contractors, etc. in order to identify project opportunities
- Identify, screen and evaluate new business and project opportunities including:
- Project specific financial models and investment memos
- Optimal technical solutions with technical teams
- Risk assessments related to the projects, including real estate risks, political risks, permitting and environmental risks, and financial risks and corresponding mitigation strategies
- Negotiate with prospective partners and establish project development or acquisition agreements
- Initiate, oversee and lead project development efforts including:
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- Initial commercial arrangements with project stakeholders
- Securing land
- Environmental and social impact studies, develop action plans
- Obtaining local project approvals and interconnection rights from utility
- Negotiating bankable Power Purchase Agreement with off-taker
- Support the process of Project Finance preparation for the projects
- Support the process of Execution preparation for the projects
Job Requirements
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Master’s degree
- 7+ years of relevant work experience, including 3-4 years experience in project or business development in the energy industry
- Experience from the renewable energy sector is an advantage
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken, and a good working level understanding of a third language spoken in key markets
- Experience with contract negotiations is an advantage.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Power Purchase Agreements, grid connections, permitting requirements, bidding processes and Project Financial modeling
- Experience of working in Middle East and Asia
- Sharp analytical skills
- Drive and ability to build trust across cultures and disciplines
- Outstanding written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- High level of integrity
- Self-motivated, hands-on mentality and the ability to work efficiently under pressure
- Prepared to travel extensively
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