Corporate Development Director

Description Calpine Corporation is America's largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27,000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses, Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean, efficient, modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a low-carbon and environmentally responsible manner. The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984, Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition, its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earth's surface to produce clean, renewable electricity. Job Summary This position is responsible for managing corporate Mergers, Acquisitions, and Integration (“M&A”) and Environmental, Social, and Governance activities (“ESG”). The candidate will participate in the origination, strategy and execution of potential acquisitions, divestitures and joint venture arrangements; may lead deal execution, including valuation, due diligence, internal approvals and negotiations with counterparties that support corporate priorities, the organization’s strategy and vision . Job Responsibilities Performs/evaluates detailed analysis of business prospects, valuation, earnings analysis, and strategic competitive analysis. Directs and actively maintains M&A integration processes using industry best practices; prepares lessons learned and feedback after each deal process from functional business colleagues to seek continuous process improvement and documentation. Develops industry relationships and business contacts to support M&A activities. Participate and formulate the company’s annual Sustainability Report Job Requirements Knowledgeable and experienced in Calpine’s industry sectors of power generation and retail energy services; typically requires minimum of 5+ years in area of specialization (M&A, valuations finance, and/or financial analysis) Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Marketing, Business, or related field or equivalent; prefer MBA. Requires advanced business acumen and strong negotiation skills and experience in complex contract negotiations, conflict management and proven record of closing deals. Experience leading financial evaluations, evaluating economics, participating in the planning of mergers and acquisitions, preparing financial statements, and presentation materials. Additional Calpine Information Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Calpine is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to hrrecruitment@calpine.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on case-by-case basis. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)