Director, Energy Development & Strategic Ventures

Peabody Energy; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 193,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Friday noon finish

Job summary

Peabody Energy seeks a strategic Director of Peabody Development for our St. Louis area HQ with Des Peres office.

The role leads multi-phase development, JV deals, financial modeling, due diligence, and negotiations to advance the company's strategic plan. The position emphasizes identifying opportunities to maximize asset value, staying aligned with energy markets and regulatory requirements, and managing existing joint ventures and commercial agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• MBA or advanced degree/training in related field preferred.
• Candidates with a background in mining, energy, power, investment banking, or private equity will be given strong consideration.
• Demonstrated skills in evaluating and negotiating business transactions.
• Ability to understand organizational goals and proactively identify opportunities.
• Demonstrated analytical skills for financial modeling and evaluating opportunities.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills to quickly and effectively resolve issues.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across both operational and corporate functions, as well as with external joint venture partners.
• Ability to act and make decisions independently and provide support for those decisions.
• Ability to lead and motivate others and delegate responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members, departments, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute all phases of Peabody Development activities, including joint venture development, business planning, transaction analysis, financial modeling, due diligence, negotiations, and documentation.
• Identify opportunities to maximize value from Peabody's assets through energy markets, emerging technologies, and regulatory awareness.
• Support and champion Peabody's Mission and Values.

Skills

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field

MBA or advanced degree/training in related field

Job description

Peabody Energy seeks a strategic Director of Peabody Development for our St. Louis area HQ with Des Peres office.

The role leads multi-phase development, JV deals, financial modeling, due diligence, and negotiations to advance the company's strategic plan. The position emphasizes identifying opportunities to maximize asset value, staying aligned with energy markets and regulatory requirements, and managing existing joint ventures and commercial agreements.