PPA Originator - Singapore

Long-term contract
Localisation Singapore
Occasional remote authorized
From 1 to 3 yrs of exp.
Posted on 03-20-2025

Lightsource bp

Lightsource bp, we are well positioned to deliver value-driven onshore renewable projects that support the global energy transition. our mission is to become a global leader in onshore renewables.

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Duties and responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development and lead the execution of the origination and hedging strategy for LSbp’s Asian generation and storage portfolio.
  • Secure bankable PPAs, energy storage agreements, and other contractual structures to optimize generation revenues and manage risk.
  • Evaluate market conditions, counterparty feedback and outlook to understand market and policy changes, identify and capitalize on new business opportunities in the Australian and New Zealand energy sectors and identify new routes to market.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including development, structured finance, operations and legal) to ensure alignment of commercial strategies with operational capabilities, in addition to maximizing financing options for new projects.
  • Develop and manage strong commercial relationships with counterparties and other key stakeholders across the sector to stay informed of customer needs, support profitable origination activities and position the Lightsourcebp brand prominently in the market.
  • Monitor and report market conditions and policy changes impacting the LSbp strategy in the Asian markets.
  • Provide regular updates and briefings to senior management on market conditions and commercial opportunities to support new market entry and contracting for development projects across the target Asian markets.
Profile

Who we’re looking for

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of and experience in at least, but preferably more than one, energy sector in selected Asian countries such as – South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, India and Thailand.
  • Knowledge of offtakers and demand for utility scale renewables offtake.
  • Experience and track record in originating energy PPAs and energy storage agreements.
  • Demonstrated analytical and commercial acumen, with a track record of identifying and evaluating opportunities, risks, and structures to support energy development.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Relevant degree in finance, business, engineering, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
  • Experience
  • Significant experience in at least one of the target Asian energy sectors (as noted above).
  • Origination and negotiation of complex energy and storage offtake arrangements.
  • Demonstrable experience in new market analysis and building and executing market entry strategies.
  • Experience working cross functionally with small teams to deliver detailed market analytics and new market entry strategies.
  • Demonstrable experience building key client reliant relationships within the energy sector and Corporate PPA environments.
  • Previous energy analytics experience is highly desirable.

Why you’ll make a great member of the team

Personal qualities

  • A highly motivated individual who can flourish in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work with limited input and oversight.
  • Confidence and ability to build detailed knowledge and understanding of new market environments, and leverage this to identify market opportunities and value propositions.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally, across all levels.
  • Commercially driven, capable of leading complex negotiations.
  • Present yourself with integrity, credibility and professionalism.
  • Willing and able to travel as required.
  • Creative thinker who can find solutions, adapt to market developments and find new ways of doing things to drive value.

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