£74K/yr
City of London, England
Permanent, Variable

Business Development Executive

Posted by Jonathan Lee Recruitment.

Business Development Executive – Sustainable Fuels

London

Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

We are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to work for our client at their HQ in London, this is an exciting opportunity in charge of business development for bio energy / fuel projects such as biogas, bio-ethanol, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) across value chain, especially M&A of existing asset/company and also development of green field project.

Reporting to the Department General Manager who is responsible for business development for the bioenergy business in the European region, the role would require travel to other facilities across Europe.

Would suit 5-7 years' experience, ideally from a similar sector – Energy or infrastructure, oil or gas. Must have a proven track record in developing new business and the ability to work independently.

Job Scope:

  • In charge of business development work for bioenergy project such as biogas, bio-ethanol, SAF
  • Taking lead for due diligence works and also feasibility study for both of M&A opportunities and green field development in terms of commercial/technical/legal review to evaluate project and make business case with managing internal/external advisors
  • Initiating new partnerships and good relationship with key stakeholders/customers/authorities and regulator
  • Negotiating contracts/agreements with counterparties such as business partner, off-taker, feedstock supplier
  • Supporting and collaborating with other business departments within company to create new business ideas in decarbonization industry
  • Coordinating with the internal back-office team such as legal, accounting, risk management department to proceed with due diligence works.

Skills & Experiences:

  • Experience in M&A transaction
  • Experience and skills for managing project development and due diligence for investment including ability of valuation of asset/company, analysis of financial model, dealing with business/accounting/legal D/D
  • Experience in business development in energy or infrastructure business
  • Ability to communicate complex technical and regulatory information in a clear and concise manner
  • Ability to adapt to dynamic and rapidly changing business environment
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office packages
  • Openness to learning and staying informed about emerging trends in the bioenergy and decarbonization sector
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to take initiative, set strategic direction, and guide the team toward project goals.
  • Relevant Degree

Additional Information:

  • Hybrid working pattern with 2 days in the office and 3 days from home
  • Healthcare, life insurance, critical illness, on site gym membership
  • 25 days holidays with Christmas Shutdown 12.30 on Christmas Eve until the New Year
  • 9% Employer contribution pension scheme
  • Other staff benefits include 20 days working away from home each year and flexi-working.
  • Standard working week is 35 hours

If you are interested in applying for this role or would like more information please contact Lee Elwell on (Direct Line) or email

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