Corporate Development Associate

Description Excelerate Energy is changing the way the world accesses clean, affordable, and reliable energy. We are focused on providing flexible LNG solutions to emerging markets across the globe and delivering a lesser emitting form of energy to markets that often rely on coal as their primary energy source. We strive to achieve sustainable results by delivering what we promise and by investing in our people, assets, and technology while promoting a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. We believe our human capital is our most valuable asset. We hire exceptional people who thrive in a dynamic work environment. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of safety and collaboration. Together, we can create a better future by delivering clean energy to the global communities that need it most. JOB SUMMARY: As a Corporate Development Associate, you will play a critical role in supporting the strategic growth initiatives of the company. This role involves identifying and evaluating potential business opportunities, leading acquisitions and divestiture strategies, and fostering partnerships to enhance the overall corporate portfolio. You will collaborate with global cross-functional teams and senior leadership as part of your role in executing the organic and inorganic growth strategies of the company. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include but are not limited to the following activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Evaluate potential merger, acquisition, divestment, partnership, and joint venture opportunities.
• Develop and present financial models including historical and projected results along with various valuation methodologies.
• Conduct thorough due diligence of potential transactions and identify key risks.
• Work closely with senior management and Business Units to develop M&A strategies.
• Monitor business trends and gather competitive intelligence to contribute to strategic business planning discussions with leadership.
• Create presentations and reports which clearly articulate complex financial analysis to various stakeholders including senior management and Board of Directors.
• Support negotiation of strategic transaction agreements.
• Support counterparty negotiations and keep external and internal conversations aligned and moving forward.
• Lead the development of material to support internal governance processes.
• Support the M&A team on transactions, process development, process management, and market entry plans.
• Maintain transaction data and support group reporting.
• Sit first chair (and occasionally second chair) on transactions and run workstreams within transactions.
• Develop and maintain, with other groups, commercial and competitive intelligence.
• Establish and nurture key relationships with industry experts, regulatory authorities, and clients in the sector.
• Provide expertise and insights on market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements relevant to corporate development projects, incorporating them into the company's strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the successful implementation and execution of initiatives, driving business development activities for market expansion.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and forums to enhance visibility and networking opportunities within the corporate development community.
• Monitor the competitive landscape, identifying potential challenges and opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards in corporate development projects.
• Assist in managing the company's international business units by coordinating with functional departments - Technical, Operations, Finance, Tax, Legal, and Environmental - to ensure objectives and needs of each group are met by the Business Unit. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. TRAVEL REQUIRED: Up to 10%. WORK AUTHORIZATION: Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. Sponsorship for this role is not being offered at this time. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT: It is the policy of Excelerate Energy to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, science, engineering, or a related field. MBA or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in business development, mergers and acquisitions, or a related role. 2 years of investment banking experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in other languages is advantageous.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of financial markets.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, including financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Knowledge of GAAP and experience in financial statement preparation.
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to influence the decision-making process.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Solid working knowledge of MS Office, specifically Excel.
• Proven flexible team player who works well with others.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.