Business Development Analyst

Overview

Kindle Energy LLC (“Kindle”) specializes in the management, optimization, and development of power generation in the United States and Canada and is a portfolio company of Blackstone Inc. Blackstone is a leading global alternative asset manager with more than $1 trillion of total assets under management. Currently, Kindle manages 10+ GWs of generation in Ohio, Indiana, Maryland, Louisiana, and Colorado, with a 600 MW CCGT project under construction in West Virginia.

We currently have an opportunity for a Business Development Analyst. This role is to support Kindle’s expanding pipeline of projects and anticipated growth of the Business Development team.

Responsibilities

Support business development efforts, working collaboratively with various colleagues, for new build as well as ongoing projects and business development initiatives Assist in the development of customer relationships in support of development initiatives (e.g. relationships with landowners, prospective offtakers, community leaders, partners, vendors, etc.)

Analyze the key market components that may impact the value of Kindle Energy managed assets Assist in project evaluations and due diligence to help make recommendations in support of large customer/industry initiatives, long-term contracted investments, and new growth opportunities Conduct economic research as required with respect to power and natural gas energy markets Assist in the review, research, and response to customer request for proposals (“RFPs”) Produce board-quality business proposals and presentations for business growth and opportunities Aid market research and provide analyses of multiple facets within the energy industry to develop and support new investment opportunities Compile and circulate monthly reports on the development and/or construction status of Kindle projects Create, review, proofread, and format materials such as Power Point presentations and Word documents, business correspondence, financial models, technical analyses, and investment memorandums Coordinate schedules and team calendars as needed Track major project deadlines, budgets, milestones, and/or deliverables Undertake ad-hoc projects and create reports as needed Travel up to 15% of the time, as necessary to support business and project development initiatives Other duties may be required as business needs dictate Qualifications: Must have or in pursuit of a bachelors’ degree, preferred coursework in business or a technical field; previous experience in the energy industry is preferred Performance is the ultimate discriminator, looking for self-starter willing to take initiative in a lean and dynamic environment Must have a high level of self-awareness, motivation, and ability to communicate openly and timely with team members and outside counterparties Technical and communications skills, including data analytics, written, and verbal communication skills Excellent time management and organizational skills Proficiency in analytical and presentation tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, GIS/mapping tools and other applications Advanced project management, communications, analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities Strong organizational skills, flexibility and ability to prioritize and work in a rapidly changing environment Willingness to learn and be trained in new areas as well as the power generation industry Willingness to travel as needed Kindle Energy LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

In addition to federal law requirements, Kindle Energy LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has or operates facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, compensation, and training.