Manager of Business Development Job at FirstLight Power
About Us
FirstLight is a leading clean power producer, developer and energy storage company with operating and development assets in New England (ISO NE), Pennsylvania and New Jersey (PJM), New York (NYISO), and Ontario (IESO), with expansion to other regions actively underway. Our mission and vision is to accelerate the de-carbonization of the electric grid by developing, owning, operating, and integrating large-scale renewable energy and storage assets to meet the world's growing clean energy needs and deliver an electric system that is clean, reliable, affordable, and equitable.
We operate dozens of facilities across North America and proudly serve our host communities and beyond through our clean energy assets, the recreation spaces we steward, the jobs we produce, and the economic benefit we deliver through our operations and charitable actions.
Our operating assets comprise a diverse portfolio of over 1.6 GW of pumped-hydro storage (including Northfield Mountain, the largest energy storage facility in New England), battery storage, conventional hydroelectric generation, and solar generation.
Our development pipeline includes over 2,000 MW of solar, battery and offshore wind projects in various stages of development, and we are developing a portfolio of hybrid hydro, solar and battery projects that combine operational and development assets. We have approximately 180 employees based in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Ontario and Pennsylvania, and our corporate headquarters are located in Burlington, MA.
We are a team of caring, passionate professionals who are driven to deliver positive climate impact and to have fun while doing it! We value diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage people with diverse perspectives, skills and experiences to apply.
Position Detail:
This position can be based in Burlington, MA or REMOTE.
FirstLight is seeking a Manager of Business Development to support the company's active phase of growth by driving business development initiatives and supporting execution of corporate strategic growth objectives.
Our ideal candidate will be experienced and passionate with a high level of energy to be a driving force in FirstLight's continued evolution from a large clean power IPP to a company that designs, creates and delivers integrated solutions to meet the clean energy needs of tomorrow. You will bring a broad range of skills that enables you to thrive executing financial, technical, and policy-related deliverables.
The Manager of Business Development will lead and support execution of various strategic growth objectives and generate business development strategies that will increase the value of FirstLight's operating portfolio, development pipeline and strategic partnerships. The new hire will work across various clean energy technologies, including pumped storage, hydropower, solar PV, energy storage and wind.
The Manager of Business Development will report to the Head of Corporate Strategy and will work across FirstLight's business units, integrating with the Operations, Commercial, and Government Affairs teams, among others, to execute its responsibilities.
If you seek to make a difference in fighting against climate change by delivering market-based clean energy solutions and designing creative strategies to maximize the adoption, usage and value of clean and renewable technologies, this position is a perfect fit!
You will join a highly motivated and collaborative team during a transition phase for the company, as we aim to decarbonize the regional electric grid as fast as possible.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
We consider our employees to be our most valuable resource and we strive to provide a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace. FirstLight embraces a company-wide commitment to recruit, develop, and retain a dedicated, diverse, and engaged workforce that is motivated to be ever better both professionally and personally.
Joining the FirstLight Team is an opportunity to experience a unique and exciting culture. Some of our benefits include:
FirstLight's values are:
Respect – Integrity – Safety – Excellence – Innovation - Team
COVID-19 Vaccine Policy:
In an effort to protect the health and safety of our employees and the communities we serve, FirstLight will require all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 according to CDC guidance. This is a necessary goal, as part of our efforts to provide a safe and healthy workplace for our employees.
Join Our Team!
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FirstLight is a leading clean power producer, developer and energy storage company with operating and development assets in New England (ISO NE), Pennsylvania and New Jersey (PJM), New York (NYISO), and Ontario (IESO), with expansion to other regions actively underway. Our mission and vision is to accelerate the de-carbonization of the electric grid by developing, owning, operating, and integrating large-scale renewable energy and storage assets to meet the world's growing clean energy needs and deliver an electric system that is clean, reliable, affordable, and equitable.
We operate dozens of facilities across North America and proudly serve our host communities and beyond through our clean energy assets, the recreation spaces we steward, the jobs we produce, and the economic benefit we deliver through our operations and charitable actions.
Our operating assets comprise a diverse portfolio of over 1.6 GW of pumped-hydro storage (including Northfield Mountain, the largest energy storage facility in New England), battery storage, conventional hydroelectric generation, and solar generation.
Our development pipeline includes over 2,000 MW of solar, battery and offshore wind projects in various stages of development, and we are developing a portfolio of hybrid hydro, solar and battery projects that combine operational and development assets. We have approximately 180 employees based in Massachusetts, Connecticut, Ontario and Pennsylvania, and our corporate headquarters are located in Burlington, MA.
We are a team of caring, passionate professionals who are driven to deliver positive climate impact and to have fun while doing it! We value diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage people with diverse perspectives, skills and experiences to apply.
Position Detail:
This position can be based in Burlington, MA or REMOTE.
FirstLight is seeking a Manager of Business Development to support the company's active phase of growth by driving business development initiatives and supporting execution of corporate strategic growth objectives.
Our ideal candidate will be experienced and passionate with a high level of energy to be a driving force in FirstLight's continued evolution from a large clean power IPP to a company that designs, creates and delivers integrated solutions to meet the clean energy needs of tomorrow. You will bring a broad range of skills that enables you to thrive executing financial, technical, and policy-related deliverables.
The Manager of Business Development will lead and support execution of various strategic growth objectives and generate business development strategies that will increase the value of FirstLight's operating portfolio, development pipeline and strategic partnerships. The new hire will work across various clean energy technologies, including pumped storage, hydropower, solar PV, energy storage and wind.
The Manager of Business Development will report to the Head of Corporate Strategy and will work across FirstLight's business units, integrating with the Operations, Commercial, and Government Affairs teams, among others, to execute its responsibilities.
If you seek to make a difference in fighting against climate change by delivering market-based clean energy solutions and designing creative strategies to maximize the adoption, usage and value of clean and renewable technologies, this position is a perfect fit!
You will join a highly motivated and collaborative team during a transition phase for the company, as we aim to decarbonize the regional electric grid as fast as possible.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare and compile market analysis to support implementation of business development strategies that increase the value of FirstLight's operational portfolio, development pipeline and strategic partnerships. Strategies could include new projects (generation, transmission, etc.), new products (e.g., commercial innovations) or new customers (e.g., MUSH, industrials)
- Work collaboratively across FirstLight's corporate and operational team to create long-term portfolio value, through the creation of new products and the improvement of market structures
- Support early-stage review of M&A activities to deliver, analyze, and transact on opportunities that are most accretive to FirstLight's business
- Lead execution of FirstLight's Environmental, Social and Governance program to ensure compliance with short and long-term goals
- Evaluate dynamics in state and federal legislation and regulation to inform corporate growth and business development initiatives
- Communicate effectively with FirstLight leadership, as well as the Board of Directors, on business development objectives
- Bachelor's degree in technical or an environmental-focused program, preferred
- 3+ years' experience in the clean energy sector or in a position focused on business development or corporate strategy
- Direct experience with a range of clean energy technologies, preferred
- Strong knowledge of clean energy market structures, policies, rules and regulations, ideally in the Northeast U.S.
- Proven experience and delivered results in a business development or corporate strategy role
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively across functional groups, as well as across a diverse set of external stakeholders and/or partners
- Ambition to think beyond current convention to build sustainable projects, partnerships, and products that will underpin a decarbonized future
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Adept in MS Suite
- Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and also the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout the day/work hours.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate keyboard, copier, telephone, and the ability to write and/or type.
- Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.
We consider our employees to be our most valuable resource and we strive to provide a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace. FirstLight embraces a company-wide commitment to recruit, develop, and retain a dedicated, diverse, and engaged workforce that is motivated to be ever better both professionally and personally.
Joining the FirstLight Team is an opportunity to experience a unique and exciting culture. Some of our benefits include:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Mental Health Care
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Annual Performance Incentive Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Generous Paid Time Off Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Charitable Matching Program & Employer Sponsored Volunteer Program
FirstLight's values are:
Respect – Integrity – Safety – Excellence – Innovation - Team
COVID-19 Vaccine Policy:
In an effort to protect the health and safety of our employees and the communities we serve, FirstLight will require all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 according to CDC guidance. This is a necessary goal, as part of our efforts to provide a safe and healthy workplace for our employees.
Join Our Team!
Want to learn more about FirstLight? Check us out below!
Diversity Jobs LinkedIn Our Website
Please Note :
www.epokagency.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, www.epokagency.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.