Commercial Director – Renewable Energy Developer / IPP
Location: Sydney CBD (5 days per week)
About the Company
Our client is a renewable energy developer and independent power producer (IPP) with a strong focus on Solar, BESS and Pumped Hydro. With a strong pipeline of utility-scale renewable energy projects, they are looking for a highly skilled Commercial Director to lead their commercial strategy, drive growth, and optimise value across the portfolio.
About the Role
As Commercial Director, you will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for leading commercial strategy, M&A activity, and energy trading initiatives. This role requires deep expertise in the Australian energy markets, strong deal-making capabilities, and the ability to drive commercial outcomes across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Commercial Strategy & Leadership: Develop and execute the company’s commercial strategy to maximise value across the renewable energy portfolio.
- M&A and Investments: Lead mergers, acquisitions, divestments, and joint ventures, including financial structuring, due diligence, and deal execution.
- Energy Trading & Market Optimisation: Oversee energy offtake strategies, PPAs, hedging, and trading activities to manage risk and enhance revenues.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, offtakers, regulators, and key industry stakeholders.
- Regulatory & Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, policy developments, and regulatory changes to inform decision-making and strategy.
- Project Financing & Commercial Structuring: Work closely with financiers and internal teams to optimise project funding structures and ensure bankability.
About You
- Proven experience in a senior commercial leadership role within the Australian energy markets (developer, IPP, utility, NSP, TNSP or trading background preferred).
- Strong background in M&A, corporate finance, or investment management within the energy sector.
- Experience in energy trading, risk management, or portfolio optimisation is highly desirable.
- Deep understanding of renewable energy project financing, offtake agreements (PPAs), and energy market regulations.
- Exceptional negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
What’s on Offer?
- Senior leadership role, and the opportunity to shape a growing business
- Sydney CBD location with a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
- Competitive remuneration package with LTI included
This is a rare opportunity for a commercially driven leader to take on a high-impact role in Australia’s renewable energy transition.
If this fits your background then please reach out and we can schedule a call.