Senior Analyst, Portfolio Management and Strategy
About The Position
Lightsource bp is a global leader in the development and management of solar energy projects. We combine an entrepreneurial mindset with deep renewable-energy expertise to help accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future. Our people work together to deliver responsible, meaningful low-carbon energy projects that benefit communities, ecosystems, and the wider energy system. We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Senior Analyst, Strategy & Portfolio Management to support the strategic management of our U.S. development portfolio. In this role, you will partner with U.S. and global teams to monitor portfolio performance, improve forecasting and reporting, and help the business achieve its annual development objectives and key performance indicators. This is an excellent opportunity for a renewable-energy professional who can transform complex information into clear strategic insights. You will work across Development, Construction, Finance, FP&A, Power Marketing, and Acquisition & Divestment while gaining meaningful exposure to senior leaders and important portfolio decisions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, engineering, energy, or another relevant field.
- At least two years of renewable-energy experience in strategy, business development, project development, finance, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience working effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong Excel modeling and quantitative-analysis skills.
- Ability to assess large, complex data sets and present the most important strategic conclusions clearly.
- Strong business acumen and an understanding of financial and commercial modeling.
- Understanding of the fundamentals and value drivers of the U.S. utility-scale onshore renewable-energy industry.
- Knowledge of renewable-energy development processes and U.S. energy markets.
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior management and stakeholders across multiple disciplines.
Nice To Haves
- MBA or another advanced business degree.
- Renewable-energy project development experience.
- Experience creating, maintaining, or enhancing Power BI dashboards.
Responsibilities
- Track and monitor the U.S. Development Plan, maintaining a detailed understanding of the projects included in the plan and their contribution to portfolio objectives.
- Partner with the Global Portfolio Planning team to align the U.S. Development Plan with the Global Development Plan and associated KPIs.
- Support the quarterly forecast of the U.S. development pipeline by coordinating and consolidating regional inputs.
- Evaluate which projects within the U.S. pipeline have significant development and commercial value.
- Prepare a robust forecast of the expected year-end U.S. development pipeline and related KPI performance.
- Consolidate U.S. portfolio information into the Global Development Plan for monthly executive reporting and liquidity-planning purposes.
- Develop ad hoc Development Plan scenarios to support leadership decisions.
- Regularly review U.S. development pipeline data, monitor project movements, and support adherence to project-discontinuation governance.
- Conduct portfolio benchmarking to help evaluate competitiveness, working closely with Development, Acquisition & Divestment, and Power Marketing.
- Support strategic initiatives involving market, technology, and product expansion.
- Contribute to procurement-optimization initiatives in partnership with key U.S. teams.
- Analyze large and complex data sets and translate the results into clear, actionable strategic recommendations.
- Communicate portfolio trends, risks, opportunities, and performance considerations to business stakeholders and senior management.
- Coordinate the monitoring and reporting of U.S. construction KPIs in collaboration with Construction, Project Controls, Finance, and FP&A.
- Support the implementation and U.S. rollout of new reporting and portfolio-planning initiatives.
- Identify and implement process improvements that streamline upstream portfolio reporting.
- Promote standardized ways of working and help develop automated tools that improve portfolio transparency, reporting efficiency, and data quality.
- Own, maintain, and enhance all Power BI dashboards related to the U.S. development pipeline.
- Develop processes, procedures, and templates that enable teams to work more effectively and efficiently.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary of $110,000–$130,000 annually
- 15% target annual bonus
- Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage beginning on your first day of employment
- Retention bonus opportunities
- Four weeks of vacation annually
- Three weeks of sick leave annually
- 11 paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with a 3% nonelective employer contribution
- Monthly personal phone reimbursement of up to $100
- Monthly commuter benefit of up to $150
- Lifestyle Savings Account
- Additional company and local benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
