About Power Factors

Power Factors is a software and solutions provider leading the next generation of clean energy with Unity, one of the most extensive and widely deployed renewable energy management suites (REMS) in the market. With over 300 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets managed worldwide across more than 600 customers and 18,000 sites, Power Factors manages 25% of the world's renewable energy data.* 

Power Factors' Unity REMS supports the entire energy value chain, from monitoring and controls to market analytics. The company's suite of open, data-driven applications empowers renewable energy stakeholders to collaborate, automate critical workflows, and make more informed decisions to maximize asset returns. Energy stakeholders receive end-to-end support, including solutions for SCADA & PPC, centralized monitoring, performance management, commercial asset management, and field service management. 

With deep domain expertise, AI-powered insights are delivered at scale so businesses can optimize assets, unlock growth, and make smarter decisions as the world rapidly transitions to clean energy. Power Factors fights climate change with code. 

Outside China and India

About The Role

Corporate Strategy is focused on developing high-impact strategies that drive growth and build on our core capabilities. The primary responsibility of this team is to lead the development of the company's long-term strategic direction, with executive level support, and to execute on inorganic opportunities identified. The Corporate Strategy team is also responsible for helping to build and drive our strategic planning process, including regular report out on execution against our plans through QBRs, monthly OKR reviews, and other forums.

The Director of Corporate Strategy & Corporate Development, working closely with the Chief Strategy Officer, will be a key member of the team in designing and leading our strategy process, evaluating growth opportunities, and in producing high quality analysis and materials that are "board-ready", gaining important exposure to the most senior leaders of the company. The Director will work closely with colleagues on the Strategy team, as well as key stakeholders from the product management, finance, customer, delivery, marketing and sales organizations. This work will give the Director direct, meaningful exposure to key leaders in the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Contribute to the development of the company's long-term strategic direction, and evaluation of the funnel of potential growth initiatives, through research, data, analysis and creation of high quality presentations that inform and inspire
Coach more junior members of the strategy team to help build a strong knowledge base and high standards within the team
Work closely with marketing and other teams to ensure we have an in-depth pulse on market, customer and competitive trends
Nurture relationships with key external players, including investors, potential partners, other leaders in our space to ensure we have our pulse on the market, and to identify partner / buy options
Create and maintain a robust database of market players, including competitors, investors, and adjacent players
Structure research projects, and manage execution of these projects, to help the organization analyze and prioritize initiatives
Enable the launch of chosen initiatives through cross-functional team collaboration
Help build, lead and refine the corporate strategy process and materials, working closely with the Chief Strategy Officer and key Power Factors leaders
Build strong working relationships with key finance counter-parts to drive robust financial evaluation of our business, and of new initiatives
Uphold our performance driven culture that positions the Strategy team as a trusted partner across the organisation

Required Experience:

Significant experience at a top investment banking firm, management consulting firm, or private equity
Experience in evaluating and executing M&A and / or partnerships
Successful track record leading the development of expansion plans in existing and new segments, including market entry options for new businesses, go-to-market strategy for new product offerings, and build-buy-partner assessments
Strong knowledge of the enterprise software/ SaaS industry and / or the renewables industry
Effective communicator, able to convey complex ideas in a clear, concise manner both verbally and in writing
Comfortable in business and technical discussions
Strong analytical as well as interpersonal skills
Self-starter who thrives and can multitask in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment
Renewables or energy experience is a plus
MBA preferred

LIFE @ POWER FACTORS

We are an agile software development company - big enough to make an impact, but small enough to move quickly and execute in a growing industry, taking advantage of rapidly evolving technologies. We are a collective of bold and ingenious talents driven by results. Our team is made up of hard-working, fun-loving people who are passionate about making the world a better place. We seek fierce and humble people to help us achieve our ambitious plan.

WHY JOIN US

By joining the Power Factors team, you'll be part of a dynamic group of innovative and driven individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Every day, your work will directly contribute to advancing clean energy solutions and supporting global sustainability initiatives. Our culture runs deep and shows up in how we work together - committed, conscientious and collaborative. With many opportunities for professional growth, Power Factors is here to support your development as we lead the charge in transforming the energy industry.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Power Factors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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