Director, Renewable Energy Investments

Schneider Electric; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric seeks a Director for Renewable Energy Investments to lead strategic tax credit transactions supporting clients in renewable energy sectors. This role requires extensive industry experience, project management skills, and a proven track record in driving sustainability goals. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements while working for a globally recognized company committed to sustainable practices.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) + match

Paid family leave

Medical and dental insurance

Company stock options

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in renewable energy development or investment banking.
• Knowledge of tax equity finance and renewable energy project underwriting.
• Project management experience with complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax credit transactions for clients.
• Provide subject-matter expertise throughout the process.
• Manage stakeholder education and transaction readiness.

Skills

Project Management

Sales Support

Customer Satisfaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $170,000 - $230,000 per year, and the commission range is uncapped.

The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our salary ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the salary range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-

related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Schneider Electric also offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees, inclusive of medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks (credits to apply towards your benefits), flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, 401(k) + match, well-being and recognition (including service anniversary) programs, 12 holidays per year, 15-20 days of paid time off per year (pro-rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility depends on start date), and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for the position. The Company will accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Schneider Electric has a meaningful opportunity for a Director, Renewable Energy Investments in a hybrid role (2 days per week on-site) at Boulder, CO, Louisville, KY or San Francisco, CA. There is consideration of the role being remote within the US. You will work for a company consistently rated by Fortune as one of the “Great Places to Work” and by Glassdoor as the 11th spot as the “Best Place To Work”, by Ethisphere as “one of the World's Most Ethical Companies”, by Forbes as “America’s Best Employers for Diversity”, by Equileap as the “World’s Top 10 in Gender Equality”, and by TIME as the “Most Sustainable Company in the World”.

This position is a unique opportunity to join the Renewable Energy and Carbon Advisory team within Schneider’s Sustainability Business. Schneider is the world’s leading corporate renewable energy advisor, having advised on over 20,000MW of corporate PPAs, 100 million EACs, and 100+ million metric tons of carbon offsets. Our Tax Credit Investment Advisory team has successfully closed over $1.7B in tax transactions in the past 18 months on behalf of clients, and currently represents clients with over $10B in annual US tax liability. Schneider advises over 40% of the Fortune 500 on sustainability.

Position Summary

This position will help lead the strategic and tactical implementation for Schneider Electric’s Tax Credit Investment Services team. The Tax Credit Investment Services team supports and educates Schneider Clients on strategic tax credit investments into renewable energy, advanced manufacturing and other related technologies in order to drive the US energy transition, reduce their carbon footprints and meet sustainability goals.

• Lead tax credit transactions for clients
• Provide subject-matter expertise throughout the process
• Shape innovation in the renewables market
• Refine and standardize Tax Credit Services
• Support sales prior to contracting with clients
• Assist in program design set-up with clients and deal leads
• Manage stakeholder education and transaction readiness
• Source and evaluate renewable energy projects
• Lead the development of sales materials and templates
• Train Business Development and Client Delivery teams on Tax Credit Services
• Coordinate client and prospect data management in Salesforce
• Create regular progress reports for management
• Organize files and resources for team navigation
• Develop and manage project schedules for stakeholders
• Improve customer satisfaction with Tax Credit Investment services
• Collaborate with Business Development to optimize service offerings
• Provide thought leadership on renewable energy investments
• Design scalable processes to expand the customer base and increase efficiency

Qualifications

• Extensive renewable energy development or similar industry in investment banking, corporate finance, or consulting experience required
• Significant renewable energy tax equity finance (ITC, PTC, various structures) and knowledge of renewable energy project economics
• Detailed knowledge of renewable energy project underwriting, U.S. energy markets, regulatory structures, power agreements, derivatives, and regional incentives
• Familiarity with transaction-based workstreams such as debt or tax equity financing, M&A
• High degree of familiarity with project finance models to underwrite debt and/or tax equity
• Understanding of tax equity documentation (LLCAs, ECCAs, MIPAs) and investor reporting requirements
• Project management experience with complex projects, ideally involving digital platforms or technologies
• Proven experience establishing and fostering partnerships with key customers
• Strong knowledge of foundational elements of project finance

Skills & Abilities

• Aptitude for learning new topics, particularly decarbonization, marketing communications, renewable energy development, and digitization
• Versatility and ability to work across multiple disciplines
• Creativity in formulating and implementing service and deliverable enhancements
• Ability to work well with a large network of internal colleagues and manage cross-disciplinary projects
• Managing customer interactions, including calendar management, setting agendas, leading meetings, summarizing key takeaways and action items
• Well-organized self-starter with strong attention to detail
• Managing internal communications and escalations of issues
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Salesforce, SharePoint, and Teams

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave,401(k)+ match, and more

Who will you report to?

Senior Director Client Development, Renewable Energy & Carbon Advisory

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

137 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

It is the policy of Schneider Electricto provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.

Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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• Industries

  Automation Machinery Manufacturing

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