M A Director

New Leaf Energy

Oakland, California

Full Time

Posted May 4, 2026

Renewable Energy Development

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Job Description

The M A Director at New Leaf Energy is responsible for leading the marketing, negotiation, and sale of renewable energy projects, leveraging expertise in project development, finance, and market dynamics to drive strategy and optimize project value.

Key Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams to market and sell renewable energy projects according to forecasted milestones
Negotiate membership interest purchase agreements (MIPAs) for project sales to third-party owners
Manage competitive marketing processes and develop marketing materials for project portfolios
Collaborate with sales and regional teams to design and implement project marketing strategies
Assist in structuring transactions based on regulatory guidelines, risk management, and investor needs
Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across legal, finance, engineering, real estate, and policy departments
Perform due diligence on projects and coordinate external diligence processes
Manage data room creation and portfolio marketing documentation
Lead and develop staff within the M&A department and other departments
Identify and improve company policies and procedures related to project marketing and sales

Requirements

Six years of experience working in the renewable energy industry with a focus on project development, mergers and acquisitions, or finance experience.
Demonstrated understanding of tax and key real estate processes.
Strong leadership, negotiation, and project management skills.
Solid understanding of project financial structures, terminology, tax implications, and investor decision-making processes.
Expert knowledge with respect to the key deal points in mergers and acquisitions transactions, specifically in Membership Interest Purchase Agreements (MIPAs).
Experience negotiating purchase and sale agreements for renewable energy projects.
Familiarity with development activities such as interconnection, permitting, and real estate.
Strong knowledge of electricity system market structure, rules and regulations, and economics, with some proficiency in the engineering and physics of the system.
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or a related field; an MBA is preferred.
Ability to independently handle competing deadlines and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication, organization, and time management skills.
Passion for accelerating the adoption of renewable energy.

Benefits & Perks

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