Carbon & BESS Originator - UK

Who are GridBeyond?  

GridBeyond is a dynamic and rapidly growing energy company committed to delivering innovative solutions to accelerate achievement of global net zero; harnessing cutting-edge AI to improve optimisation of energy assets (from I&C to utility scale), providing routes to market for green assets to enhance revenues, providing a suite of software to help partners assess and maximise revenue from energy projects. As a leader in our field, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our operations, ensuring sustainable growth and creating value for our customers and partners across all of our markets. 

How do GridBeyond do this?  

We do this by living our Mission, leveraging AI to innovate and collaborate with our` customers creating optimal value from renewable energy generation, demand and storage to deliver a zero-carbon future.  

What’s the business and culture like? 

Over the last 24 months, we have doubled the amount of people that work with us and expanded our business operations over an international landscape.  With people working in Ireland, UK, US, Japan and Australia-we are company that understands the importance of connection and thrive on the purpose of our work. We are proud to contribute to a greener, cleaner world for everyone to live in.  

What’s this role about? 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Originator to join our team. The Originator will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and originating new carbon and BESS optimisation deals in accordance with company guidelines and objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy, excellent analytical skills, and a proven track record of success in origination or trading. 

What will I be doing? 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Identify and develop new business opportunities by building relationships with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders.

• Build and lead a profit pillar around carbon and emissions trading, including: trading;  risk management; contractual and commercial structure; customer targeting, marketing and sales approach.

• Evaluate and contract new BESS and SaaS deals, ensuring they meet company standards and risk criteria.

• Prepare and present detailed proposals and reports to senior management.

• Manage the tender process for front-of-the-meter assets, ensuring timely and high quality responses.

• Negotiate terms and conditions with clients, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify emerging opportunities and risks.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including data science and forecasting, legal, compliance, trading, and operations, to ensure seamless transaction processing.

• Maintain a robust pipeline of prospective deals and track progress using CRM and other tools.

• Attend industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to represent the company and expand business connections.

What do I need to be a good technical fit for this role?  

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in origination, or a related role within the energy industry.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proven ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients and industry contacts.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with CRM software.

• High level of self-motivation, integrity, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What behaviors are rewarded at GridBeyond? 

• Customer Obsession- We keep our customers at the forefront of every decision we make.
• Relentless*-* We push beyond boundaries, overcome obstacles. We refuse to give up and will never settle for less than world class.
• Integrity - We are committed to conducting ourselves with honesty, ethics, and transparency. We foster trust and respect with our colleagues, customers and partners.
• Agility*-* We value agility and the willingness to embrace new ideas and technologies.
• Collaboration- We foster a culture of cooperation, communication, and shared knowledge.

Can you tell me about the benefits? 

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus, capped at 50% of salary

• 31 paid days off per year (including bank holidays), that increases over time

• Pension with generous employer contribution

• Paid market leading medical cover plan with BUPA or Medical allowance if you prefer

• Self-development funding

• Supportive and inclusive work environment

• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• Flexible and hybrid working model