Sr. Director Commercial, Markets and Structuring

The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.

About the role: 

The Nuclear Company is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Commercial, Markets & Structuring to lead the development of commercial strategy and structuring for our fleet of nuclear facilities. This position will require the development and implementation of commercial strategies in alignment with the company’s overall objectives and market opportunities, taking into consideration evolving energy market fundamentals, policy and consumer demand.

Responsibilities:

Commercial Structuring:

• Structured Off-take agreements through Wholesale / Retail PPAs.
• Lead commercial negotiations with all direct offtake customers.
• Form innovative structuring for data center, C&I and industrial customers that accelerate fleet deployment.
• Represent the company at industry conferences, meetings, and events.
• Direct external professional services (e.g. external legal counsel) to deliver high quality definitive agreements.

Market Strategy:

• Monitors market evolving energy market conditions using a combination of external experts, vendors and intel from commodity trading partners.
• Compiles market data into consolidated views for review and discussion with Senior Leadership Team at regular cadence, and/or in support of making investment an commercial structuring decisions.
• Maintains network of energy industry contacts and potential customers for TNC’s product.

Compliance and Ethics:

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. 
• Maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct in all external activities. 
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance. 

Program Development:

• Create roadmap for department, including mission statement, KPIs, resourcing and deployment plan.
• Responsible for department operational oversight including but not limited to budget decisions for external consultants, industry associations and subscriptions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support other teams expanding capabilities and impact.
• Responsible for hiring and training for new staff members - both with formal and informal reporting lines.
• Oversight and performance management responsibility for staff under direct management in future. (Up to 10)

Experience:

• 15+ years of experience in commercial experience in the energy industry.  
• Bachelor's degree in business or economics. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven track record of success in originating deal opportunities, commercial structuring and strategic program development.
• Strong understanding of regulated and merchant power and energy markets (domestic and global).  
• Experience in the nuclear energy industry or a related highly regulated sector is highly desirable.
• Deep knowledge in electricity market design, regulated tariff structures and operating experience with generation technologies (renewable, nuclear, gas).
• Demonstrated ability to do department planning and hire and retain talent.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to direct external professional services (e.g. external legal) as needed and in a cost-efficient manner.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong understanding of the political landscape.
• Knowledge of nuclear laws and regulations.
• Existing relationships with the power industry.
• Knowledge of advanced reactor technologies. 

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation packages
• 401k with company match
• Medical, dental, vision plans
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• Annual company retreats

Estimated Starting Salary Range: 

The estimated starting salary for this role is between $220,000 - $245,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a semi-monthly basis.  The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company’s discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role. 

EEO Statement:

The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.