Director - Business Development (Finance)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Support the origination and development of energy infrastructure investment opportunities, including organic investments and acquisitions, by providing strategic, analytical, and cross-functional project support aligned with corporate growth objectives.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration (with a concentration in finance or economics), or a related field.
• Minimum of 8years of related experience

EXPERIENCE/SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:

• Investment banking experience is highly preferred, with a strong background in financial analysis, deal structuring, and transaction execution within the energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Outlook, and other relevant applications to support day-to-day business development activities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex financial modeling, data analysis, and scenario planning.
• Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint for developing clear, professional, and impactful presentations tailored to both internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and effectively, producing high-quality reports, memoranda, and business cases that communicate complex financial and strategic information.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with cross-functional teams, senior management, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Proven experience in conducting due diligence, market research, and competitive analysis to support opportunity evaluation and strategic decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating initiative and adaptability.
• Job level and responsibilities will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated skill sets.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers to support travel requirements.
• Preferred - Professional certifications relevant to the energy and finance industries.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Highly motivated, proactive self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and accountability to consistently deliver results.
• Strategic and goal-oriented thinker capable of managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing assignments to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Strong relationship builder with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, adept at engaging and collaborating with internal teams, senior management, clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional efforts and drive projects to successful completion.
• Advanced financial, economic, and business acumen, including expertise in financial modeling to support deal structuring, valuation, and investment decisions.
• Flexible and committed to meeting business demands, including willingness to work variable hours as necessary.
• Adaptable and open to new ideas and feedback, fostering continuous improvement and effective teamwork.
• Strong personal integrity and professionalism, consistently maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards in all business dealings.

  WORKING CONDITIONS:
  

• Overnight travel as required.
• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screening and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
  
• This position will not have direct supervisory responsibility but will be indirectly responsible for coordinating, engaging, influencing and collaborating with internal teams, including senior management.

• PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
• Advanced knowledge of low-carbon solutions across the value chain (production, transport, storage, and utilization).
• Experience in regulated energy commodity markets.
• MBA or other relevant graduate degree.

  OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
  

• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
  

COMPENSATION: 180,000-230,000ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain robust financial models and detailed business cases to evaluate investment opportunities, support transaction structuring, and guide executive-level decision-making.
  
• Contribute to the development and execution of Tallgrass' infrastructure growth strategy, ensuring alignment with market trends, business priorities, and long-term growth targets.
  
• Maintain and apply in-depth knowledge of traditional and low-carbon energy markets to evaluate and prioritize strategic opportunities.
  
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments-financial, operational, regulatory, and competitive-to support informed decision-making across business development initiatives.
  
• Structure and support complex transactions, including joint development and ownership arrangements, and assist in negotiating commercial agreements to maximize value and mitigate risk.
  
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (e.g., engineering, finance, legal, project management, procurement, external affairs) and third-party partners to drive project execution.
  
• Prepare high-quality reports, memoranda, and presentations to communicate recommendations to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
  
• Coordinate and maintain business development tracking systems to monitor opportunities, assess progress, and support execution through project completion.
  
• Lead or support stakeholder engagement and outreach initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership and external affairs.
  
• Build and maintain a broad network of relationships across the energy value chain to enhance deal flow, strategic partnerships, and market intelligence.
  
• Monitor market dynamics, policy developments, and emerging technologies to identify risks, anticipate change, and uncover new business opportunities.
  
• Support post-investment activities such as performance tracking, relationship management, and identification of growth or optimization pathways.