Location: Madrid, London, Lisbon, or Milan
About Lightsource bp Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We are a 50:50 joint venture with bp with a mission to help drive the world's transition to low carbon energy. With solar set to increase tenfold in the next 20 years, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this growth.
By joining the Lightsource bp team, you will 'be the change' on the world's energy transition to a more sustainable future. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit as we continue to push the boundaries of an ever-changing energy landscape. By choosing a career with us, you can expect a challenging and fulfilling role surrounded by people who are passionate and have brilliant ideas about sustainable technology, innovation, and making the world a better place.
What You'll Do (the role)This role will play a key role 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 optimize funding opportunities and enable development.Understanding developments in the European markets and energy policy and the impact these will have on Power marketing.Who We're Looking ForKnowledge: 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.Deep experience in one or ideally more of the relevant power markets.Personal Qualities: Highly motivated individual who can flourish in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Strong communication and presentation skills.Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally in English, with strong proficiency in another European language being desirable.Commercially driven, capable of leading complex negotiations.Presenting yourself with integrity, credibility, and professionalism.
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