Senior Analyst, Energy Strategy

Urban Grid, a leading independent power producer, facilitates a rapid and sustainable energy transition by developing high-quality renewable energy projects, fostering community partnerships, and serving as a good land steward. Our company is positioned to own and operate its facilities while cultivating a land management system that benefits farmers, communities, and the natural world through agrivoltaics. Urban Grid maintains a delivery-focused approach with the goal of being a good neighbor, corporate citizen, and trusted energy solutions partner. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with teams situated strategically throughout the United States, Urban Grid has a long history of contributing to the clean energy economy.In addition to 940 megawatts currently under construction, we are actively developing a growing portfolio of more than 12,000 megawatts ofsolar PV and 7,000megawattsof co-located and stand-alone energy storage.To learn more, please visit www.UrbanGridSolar.com.

Urban Grid is a portfolio company of Brookfield.one of the world's largest owners and operators of renewable power and climate transition assets.

Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. As a Senior Analyst, Energy Strategy you'll have the chance to shape our risk strategies and contribute to our sustainable growth supporting our mission to safely deliver, own and operate high-quality and innovative renewable energy facilities.

The Senior Analyst, Energy Strategy will play a critical role in shaping and executing the long-term vision and growth strategies of the company. Reporting directly to the President, this position requires an individual with a strong blend of analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and market insight. The role will be responsible for leading market research, identifying pipeline needs, and formulating market entry strategies for both greenfield development and M&A opportunities in priority markets. This role will also assist the preparation and delivery of the annual business review, ensuring alignment of strategic objectives across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning : Work with the President on the development of the company's long-term growth strategy, aligning with corporate goals and market opportunities.
• Market Research & Analysis : Conduct thorough market research to assess trends, risks, opportunities, and competitive landscape in the utility-scale power sector. This includes tracking regulatory and legislative policy changes that may impact development and market strategies. Identify priority markets for greenfield development and M&A activities.
• Pipeline Development : Collaborate with development and commercial teams to assess and prioritize pipeline needs, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals.
• M&A Strategy : Identify, evaluate, and support M&A opportunities to accelerate growth in key markets to ensure alignment with the annual business review and broader strategic goals
• Market Entry Strategy :Assist with development and implementation of strategies for entering new markets or expanding within existing ones, including regulatory analysis, partnership opportunities, and risk assessments.
• Stakeholder Communication & Business Review : Assist in the preparation and delivery of the annual business review to the President, executive team, and board of directors. Provide in-depth market insights and strategic recommendations, ensuring the alignment of organizational objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with development, commercial, finance, operations, and legal teams to ensure strategic initiatives are executable and aligned across the organization.
• Performance Tracking : Establish metrics to evaluate the success of strategic initiatives and adjust plans as needed to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• 4+ years of experience in strategy, corporate development, or a related role within the energy or infrastructure sector, ideally in utility-scale renewable energy
• Proven track record of leading idea and concept realization
• Strong analytical skills and experience with market research, financial modeling, and pipeline forecasting
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization
• Experience with financial modeling and capital allocation strategies is a plus
• Experience in greenfield development, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics in the power sector is a plus

Preferred Attributes:

• Passion for renewable energy and commitment to driving the energy transition.
• Experience with financial modeling and capital allocation strategies.
• Familiarity with regulatory and market dynamics in the solar energy sector.

Location : Houston Office. The role may be hybrid / remote depending on the employee and manager arrangements..

Travel: 20% travel

Benefits

Urban Grid offers an exciting benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, company-paid life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, voluntary life, paid parental leave, and a rich retirement plan with matching. Full-time position with a competitive compensation package, including bonus.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree