Senior Manager, Power Markets (PPA Origination)
Location: Madrid, London, Lisbon, or Milan
About Lightsource bp
We are Lightsource bp – and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power.
We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition.
Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.
What You'll Do (the role)
This role will play a key part in delivering the regional power market strategy for Europe, which is a key geographical focus for our ambitious plan for growth.
Responsibilities include:
Developing and implementing offtake strategy for projects in the development pipeline by securing Power Purchase Agreements or other relevant agreements.Marketing, origination, and negotiation of PPA with utilities and corporates.Identifying and developing market opportunities with major energy users and utilities, primarily focused on projects in Portugal, Spain, and Italy.Working with suppliers and other market participants to develop innovative routes to market to secure bankable revenue to support solar development.Collaborating with the legal department, structured finance, and other internal stakeholders to negotiate heads of terms & PPA contracts.Liaising with structured finance, development, and commercial managers to create power marketing solutions that optimise funding opportunities and enable development.Understanding developments in the European markets and energy policy and the impact these will have on Power marketing in order to keep Lightsource bp at the forefront of the market.Who We're Looking For Knowledge:
Comprehensive knowledge of the European power markets is a must along with utility scale renewables experience.
Multiyear experience of negotiating Power Purchase Agreements in the relevant markets.
Successful track record of originating and executing complex energy projects and/or transactions.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Experience presenting at many levels including internal and external stakeholders and speaking at events.
Experience:
Deep experience in one or ideally more of the relevant power markets, including:
• Origination and negotiation of long-term power purchase agreements
• Participation in renewable energy support auctions
• Power trading and risk management
Why You'll Make a Great Member of the Team
Highly motivated individual who can flourish in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
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