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Head of Origination France – Southern European Origination (m/f/d) (Paris)

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Statkraft

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Paris
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 10+ years in energy markets, management experience, expertise in power contracts, strong quantitative skills, fluency in French, and excellent English communication.
  • You will scale non-standard power contracts, manage a team, execute complex transactions, build market knowledge, and maintain key relationships in the French energy market.

Requirements

  • University degree in economics, engineering, business, or similar
  • Minimum 10 years of professional work experience in energy markets, previous relevant commercial (front office) experience in the French power market
  • Relevant management experience and strong management skills, capable of further the developing the business as well as the team
  • Proven track record in the valuation, structuring, negotiation and execution of bespoke non-standard structured power / certificates / cross-commodity transactions
  • Experience and familiarity with non-standard power contract terms, long-term renewable off take agreements / PPAs and master trade agreements, such as EFET, ISDA
  • Strong understanding of and view on European power market fundamentals, interconnections, generation assets, market players and market regulations
  • Solid quantitative modelling skills - demonstrable knowledge of modelling and pricing of complex energy structures as well as financial/investment modelling of power assets
  • Strong team player able to co-operate with members from internal support desks (Operations, Risk, Legal, other Front Office desks) to manage the deal lifecycle from initiation to execution into operations
  • Willingness to frequently travel between Statkraft offices France, Spain and Germany and to customers
  • Strong commercial mind-set and high level of initiative and motivation
  • Structured way of working - Planning, Organising & Integrating (Managerial) Knowledge
  • Fluent in French and excellent communication skills in English, international work experience

Responsibilities

  • Play a pivotal role in the scaling up of the portfolio of non-standard power, multi-commodity and guarantees of origin (GoO) contracts in the French market
  • Manage, develop and grow a highly professional and talented team of originators
  • Work closely with the other Origination Heads and Head of Portfolio Management for new deal origination, structuring and pricing in order to grow and optimize the portfolio
  • Identify, develop, negotiate and execute complex structured energy transactions with embedded optionality in the French markets with a focus on renewable PPAs
  • Actively support in the development of a long-term price curve and “market price levels” for illiquid and exotic long-term risks by actively engaging with all relevant market players
  • Actively support in the knowledge build-up of market fundamentals/understanding of power and GoOs in France
  • Develop and maintain relationships with large buyers of electricity such as industrials, corporates, suppliers/retailers
  • Develop and maintain relationships with upstream generators, IPPs, project developers, investors, banks, utilities and merchant traders
  • Explore markets and promote new products in collaboration with other desks, channel and distribute information and opportunities
  • Originate new - out-of-the box - marketing and trading opportunities with counterparties/clients to enlarge Statkraft’s playing field
  • Work closely with colleagues in Milan, Paris/Lyon, Madrid and Düsseldorf office, fellow originators, portfolio managers and risk analysts for new deal origination, structuring and pricing
  • Manage entire deal approval process with all internal stakeholders and take full front-to-end ownership of implementation of new deals and products and contract management over the lifetime

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Head of Origination France – Southern European Origination (m/f/d).

Where is this position located?

This position is located in Paris, France.

What are the main responsibilities of the Head of Origination France?

The main responsibilities include scaling up the portfolio of non-standard power contracts, managing a team of originators, negotiating complex structured energy transactions, and developing relationships with market players.

What qualifications are required for this role?

The qualifications required include a university degree in economics, engineering, or business, a minimum of 10 years of experience in energy markets, relevant management experience, and strong quantitative modelling skills.

Is international travel required for this position?

Yes, frequent travel between Statkraft offices in France, Spain, and Germany, as well as to customers, is required.

What type of work environment does Statkraft offer?

Statkraft offers a positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, and innovation.

Is experience in the French power market necessary?

Yes, previous relevant commercial experience in the French power market is essential.

What language skills are required for this position?

Fluency in French and excellent communication skills in English are required.

What is the team structure for the Head of Origination France?

The Head of Origination France will lead a team consisting of five FTEs and report directly to the VP Southern European Origination.

What are some benefits offered by Statkraft?

Statkraft offers professional and personal development, a diverse workplace, competitive terms of employment, and excellent benefit schemes.

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Statkraft

Providing pure energy

Energy
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1895
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, gas-fired power and supplies district heating. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations. Statkraft has over 5,300 employees in 21 countries.