Director of Market Development

New Leaf Energy is seeking a Director of Market Development to lead business development, market strategy, and policy advocacy for utility-scale solar and energy storage projects. The role requires experience in renewable energy development, market analysis, and policy expertise, with a strong focus on building partnerships and driving business growth. This position offers a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision, 401k plan with immediate vesting and company match, and paid time-off policy.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in business development and/or market strategy focused on the electricity industry
• Advanced understanding of development challenges and strategies for de-risking utility-scale projects
• Demonstrated ability to build and leverage a network of industry partners, trade organizations, and utilities
• Experience navigating and advocating for state and/or Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) jurisdictional wholesale electricity market tariffs, structures, and processes
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Independent, self-driven, and innovative individual with clear focus on results and clear abilities to adapt to changing environments and navigate complex issues
• Passion for accelerating the adoption of renewable energy
• Flexible and adaptable in support of a growing organization

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision
• 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute)
• An open and self-managed paid time-off policy
• A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week
• A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire
• Professional development and education assistance