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We are currently searching for a Renewables Acquisition Lead to identify, develop and manage new investment opportunities. You would work on a range of key projects that are enabling the energy transition, including progressing several renewables/business development opportunities in the UK. This company is currently working on some of the most exciting renewables development projects and the addition of an ambitious and qualified individual will allow them to bring it in to reality.

As Acquisition Lead, you will work as part of a team on overseeing successful delivery of business development opportunities in renewable technologies (onshore / offshore wind, solar, renewable enabling and new technologies such as hydrogen). Duties in these projects will involve:

  • Reviewing and screening acquisition project material and assess potential renewables acquisitions in terms of their strategic commercial attractiveness
  • Coordinating between providers of inputs to the model and the financial modellers
  • Preparing and presenting papers to the BD board and preparing subsequent offer letters
  • Maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders and JV partners businesses on behalf of each of the projects

You will be expected to:

  • Ensure that the acquisitions process is managed using the appropriate methodologies and reporting requirements
  • Ensure that the acquisitions team is sufficiently resourced and motivated on a given acquisitions project
  • Ensure Procurement procedures are adhered to and that BD and Purchase approvals for a given acquisition are procured on time
  • Be fully informed of industry issues which may impact the project design and ensure that this information feeds into the decision-making process
  • Contribute to the review of and negotiation of Share Purchase Agreements, Shareholders Agreements, and other related transaction documentation
  • Occasionally, engage with landowners and co-ordinate planning applications for renewables enabling technologies

If you feel the above criteria applies to you, please do not hesitate to apply.

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