New Leaf Energy, Inc.
Project Finance Director
New Leaf Energy, Inc., Oakland, California, United States, 94616
New Leaf Energy is seeking a
Project Finance Director
to lead asset sales for our New England Regional Team.New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. We identify high-value sites, work with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partner with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.The Project Finance Director will lead the negotiation and sale of clean energy projects developed by New Leaf Energy. We offer a hybrid work environment, allowing you to work remotely 2-3 days a week and from the office 2-3 days a week. This position may be filled out of our Boston, MA, Lowell, MA, Chicago, IL, Latham, NY or Oakland offices.Position Responsibilities
Lead the marketing and sale of projects to long-term owners;Direct staff both within the Project Finance department and in other departments;Maintain schedules and other project management tools required to keep the process organized and allow transactions to close quickly;Assist in the structuring of transactions based on regulatory guidelines and the needs of the investment community;Manage internal requests from project developers, engineers, the legal team, and the management team;Assist in the drafting and negotiation of transaction documents;Source potential counterparties and maintain a database of potential transaction partners with a focus on those with the ability to transact on commercial projects;Participate in and lead the creation and improvement of New Leaf Energy policies and procedures;Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements
While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes. If you’re unsure whether you meet enough of the qualifications below but believe that your experience and skill set is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply!8+ years of relevant sales, development, or finance experience with an understanding of tax and key real estate processes;Strong leadership skills;Strong negotiation skills;Solid understanding of project financial structures, terminology, tax implications, and investor decision-making processes;Experience with asset sale contracts and power purchase agreements (ideally in the renewables sector);Strong knowledge of electricity system market structure, rules and regulations, and economics, with some proficiency in the engineering and physics of the system;Familiarity with ALTA review and title insurance process;Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Business or a related field, with an MBA preferred;Bias toward action in decision-making.Compensation
New Leaf Energy compensates all employees in three ways: market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program such that all employees experience the benefits of ownership. We use a data-driven and transparent methodology to calibrate compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable, guided by the New Leaf Energy compensation manual, which is available to all employees.Under our compensation framework, the likely base salary range for this position is $126,660 - $148,740. Your actual salary may be above, in, or below this range, depending on your location and experience. Our office locations in Lowell, Boston, Oakland, and Chicago all carry geography-based upward adjustments to the base pay range. Total compensation for this position, however, is driven heavily by our generous commission plan, which is paid quarterly and about which we can go into detail in the interview process.Benefits and Culture
New Leaf Energy’s success is driven by our collaborative, long-term relationships based on trust and transparency. We offer a flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and creates opportunities for innovation and personal growth. New Leaf Energy’s benefits are designed to appropriately recognize our employees’ contributions and enable a reasonable work/life balance. Our benefits include:Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision;A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute);An open and self-managed paid time-off policy;A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week;A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire;Professional development and education assistance.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.We seek a diverse candidate pool in this–and every–search. New Leaf Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, New Leaf Energy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V.A Note to Third-Party Recruiters
New Leaf Energy’s People + Culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. New Leaf Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People + Culture team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of New Leaf Energy. New Leaf Energy is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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Project Finance Director
to lead asset sales for our New England Regional Team.New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. We identify high-value sites, work with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partner with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.The Project Finance Director will lead the negotiation and sale of clean energy projects developed by New Leaf Energy. We offer a hybrid work environment, allowing you to work remotely 2-3 days a week and from the office 2-3 days a week. This position may be filled out of our Boston, MA, Lowell, MA, Chicago, IL, Latham, NY or Oakland offices.Position Responsibilities
Lead the marketing and sale of projects to long-term owners;Direct staff both within the Project Finance department and in other departments;Maintain schedules and other project management tools required to keep the process organized and allow transactions to close quickly;Assist in the structuring of transactions based on regulatory guidelines and the needs of the investment community;Manage internal requests from project developers, engineers, the legal team, and the management team;Assist in the drafting and negotiation of transaction documents;Source potential counterparties and maintain a database of potential transaction partners with a focus on those with the ability to transact on commercial projects;Participate in and lead the creation and improvement of New Leaf Energy policies and procedures;Perform other duties as assigned.Requirements
While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes. If you’re unsure whether you meet enough of the qualifications below but believe that your experience and skill set is a good match for this position, we invite you to apply!8+ years of relevant sales, development, or finance experience with an understanding of tax and key real estate processes;Strong leadership skills;Strong negotiation skills;Solid understanding of project financial structures, terminology, tax implications, and investor decision-making processes;Experience with asset sale contracts and power purchase agreements (ideally in the renewables sector);Strong knowledge of electricity system market structure, rules and regulations, and economics, with some proficiency in the engineering and physics of the system;Familiarity with ALTA review and title insurance process;Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Business or a related field, with an MBA preferred;Bias toward action in decision-making.Compensation
New Leaf Energy compensates all employees in three ways: market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program such that all employees experience the benefits of ownership. We use a data-driven and transparent methodology to calibrate compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable, guided by the New Leaf Energy compensation manual, which is available to all employees.Under our compensation framework, the likely base salary range for this position is $126,660 - $148,740. Your actual salary may be above, in, or below this range, depending on your location and experience. Our office locations in Lowell, Boston, Oakland, and Chicago all carry geography-based upward adjustments to the base pay range. Total compensation for this position, however, is driven heavily by our generous commission plan, which is paid quarterly and about which we can go into detail in the interview process.Benefits and Culture
New Leaf Energy’s success is driven by our collaborative, long-term relationships based on trust and transparency. We offer a flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and creates opportunities for innovation and personal growth. New Leaf Energy’s benefits are designed to appropriately recognize our employees’ contributions and enable a reasonable work/life balance. Our benefits include:Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision;A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute);An open and self-managed paid time-off policy;A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week;A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire;Professional development and education assistance.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.We seek a diverse candidate pool in this–and every–search. New Leaf Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, New Leaf Energy complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO M/F/D/V.A Note to Third-Party Recruiters
New Leaf Energy’s People + Culture team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. New Leaf Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People + Culture team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of New Leaf Energy. New Leaf Energy is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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