Senior Renewables Originator

Become a Senior Renewables Originator with Vattenfall in Hamburg or Stockholm. Identify and negotiate long-term PPAs for renewable energy projects, focusing on wind and solar. Enjoy a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to shape the future of energy. Join Vattenfall as a Senior Renewables Originator in Hamburg or Stockholm, where you'll drive new business in renewable energy markets. This role involves identifying deal opportunities, structuring long-term PPAs, and leading negotiations. Collaborate with internal teams and build relationships in the German energy market. Enjoy a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Vattenfall Hamburg, Germany Stockholm, Sweden Hybrid Full Time UTC+01:00 — UTC+02:00

Vattenfall

Company Overview

Name

Vattenfall

Headquarters

Solna, Sweden

Year Founded

1909

Business Model

Sector

Energy

Core Activities

Electricity generation, distribution, and sales; heat production; and renewable energy solutions.

Revenue Streams

Electricity sales, heat sales, and energy services.

Locations & Geography

Global Presence

Vattenfall operates primarily in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the United Kingdom.

Company Culture

Mission & Values

Their mission is to enable a fossil-free living within one generation. They value sustainability, innovation, and customer focus.

Work Environment

Vattenfall promotes a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages employee engagement and development.

Employee Development

They offer various training programs and career development opportunities to enhance employee skills and knowledge.

Activities & Projects

Current Projects

Vattenfall is currently involved in several renewable energy projects, including offshore wind farms and solar energy initiatives.

Innovations

They are investing in smart grid technology and energy storage solutions to enhance energy efficiency.

Sustainability Practices

Vattenfall is committed to reducing carbon emissions and increasing the share of renewable energy in their portfolio.

Career Opportunities

Job Openings

Typical job openings at Vattenfall include roles in engineering, project management, and energy trading.

Benefits & Perks

They offer competitive salaries, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

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Job Description

You'll originate new business in renewable energy markets according to the needs of Vattenfall’s portfolio and in line with Vattenfall’s strategy and purpose:

Identify deal opportunities, with strong focus on mid and long term Renewable Energy Solutions, PPAs, Corporate PPAs, Hydrogen offtake;
Structure and negotiate long-term PPAs for individual projects or project portfolios from our European pipeline;
Prepare and coordinate PPA tender processes for projects in our pipeline;
Lead the deal process from beginning to end, including liaison with all internal stakeholders, plan and carry out negotiations;
Build and maintain relationships in the German energy market particularly focused on renewable generators and customers;
Grow renewables business and execute asset strategy with Business Area Wind for Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind and Solar projects;
Work closely with the Legal, Energy Portfolio Management, and Energy Risk Management teams to ensure that PPAs are financeable and fit within our portfolio strategy;
Report and present your negotiation outcomes to internal committees to facilitate business decisions;
Analyze developments in electricity markets, monitor long-term price trends, and build new relationships with industrial customers in our core markets;
Prepare detailed business cases, investment proposals, and board-level presentations to support project approvals.

Qualifications

Broad experience in the relevant power market, ideally in Renewables Origination;
Academic degree – technical or economical, Master of Science or higher;
Language Proficiency: Fluent in both German and English;
A deep understanding of the fundamentals of European electricity markets, market participants, and regulatory frameworks, with a strong analytical perspective;
Able to work independently to originate and close deals, but nevertheless comfortable in a team environment;
Willing communicator, able to co-ordinate the deal approvals process within Vattenfall;
Strong commercial sense and a good understanding of trading, risk management, credit risk, back office and finance functions Strong networker and able to build trust and engagement, both within the company and externally;
Resilient and determined to execute the Vattenfall’s strategy and to reach our goals;
Ideally understanding of investment banking and M&A transactions;
Good understanding of the hydrogen value chain;
Proper understanding of the power energy market;
A proven track record in evaluating, structuring, and negotiating long-term PPAs or comparable complex commercial agreements.