Manager, North America Transactions (Renewable Energy)

Job Description

LevelTen Energy's mission is to accelerate the energy transition by facilitating frictionless transactions. As the leading provider of renewable transaction infrastructure, we deliver the cloud-based software, centralized supply, automated analytics, and transaction expertise required to power the renewable energy economy. The LevelTen Platform is the world's largest online hub for renewable energy buyers, sellers, advisors, asset owners and financiers, and delivers the online tools and expertise they need to buy, sell and finance assets quickly.

Join us on a mission that matters.

The Manager is responsible for helping buyers, developers, and advisors secure optimal renewable energy PPAs with speed and efficiency through LevelTen's Energy Marketplace. The Manager reports to the Director of Transactions and collaborates with LevelTen professionals across the company to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expertise: The Manager will be knowledgeable of energy market conditions in North America and Europe, corporate renewable energy procurement, and renewable energy PPA, development, and financing fundamentals.
• Transaction Support: Leverage LevelTen's extensive track record, market experience, and unique datasets to administer and facilitate PPA transaction processes, from initial issuance through negotiations between buyers and developers. The Manager will be familiar and track trends with market standard PPA terms and will recommend key terms that will maximize deal success. Transactions types may include buy- and sell-side processes, such as RFPs and bilaterals on the buy-side and auctions and spotlights on the sell-side. The Manager will also learn and be able to lead transactions that utilize LevelTen Energy Accelerated Processes (LEAPTM).
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate with professionals in other LevelTen departments to ensure clients (buyers, developers, and advisors) are served professionally, efficiently, and timely.
• Process Development: Commit to continuous improvement best practices and identify Energy Marketplace product innovations to facilitate more streamlined PPA transactions).
• Direct Client Engagement: Support clients in their pursuit of successful renewable energy transactions. The Manager will provide support to the Director in managing key accounts and will serve as the primary point of contact for a range of other direct client accounts. The Manager's responsibilities will include: identifying key stakeholders; addressing client inquiries, delivering professional services; resolving issues and communicating with the client; and guiding client stakeholders through the renewable energy transaction process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of renewable energy and/or sustainability advisory experience (ideally including experience working with corporate purchasers of renewable energy and/or originating corporate PPAs)
• Familiarity with power purchase agreements for renewable energy projects
• Strong analytical skills, including familiarity with deregulated and wholesale energy markets in North America
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent project management, organization, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage the work of colleagues across internal teams who do not report to you
• Strong self-motivation and comfort with ambiguity
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism

Benefits / Perks

• Full Medical, Vision and Dental coverage
• Wellness Credit
• Flexible vacation policy
• 11 paid company holidays
• 401k
• Annual Bonus
• Equity Grant

In the Seattle office:

• Casual dress code
• Commuter benefits
• Standing desk options
• Regular company-sponsored happy hours
• Hybrid in-office/work from home schedule

Additional Information

• This position is preferably based in the Seattle area (3 days per week in office/hybrid). US Remote candidates will also be considered.
• The estimated base salary for this position is $130,000-160,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus and an equity grant.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without a current or future need for visa sponsorship.