Director Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

origisenergy

New York, New York, United States · New York · United States

Posted Dec 8, 2025

Full-time
Investments

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Job description

Join the Origis Energy Team!

Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining Zero^SM. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL.

The Origis team, regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders:

Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That’s how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation.

Rise Together. To succeed here, you’ll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams including solar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals?

Perform at Peak. We’re seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis?

Inspire & Grow. The Origis team is comprised of knowledgeable, passionate solar and energy storage experts who bring deep expertise and solution-driven thinking to clients. A successful Origis team member encourages others and sets a high bar for growth. We have a culture of continuous improvement because each team member takes the role of both learner and mentor.

Be Resilient. The spirit in which we tackle the energy challenges and objectives of our clients means we consistently stretch for the extra mile. We all take initiative and remain adaptable, overcoming obstacles by prioritizing respect.

Position Description

Origis Energy is seeking an experienced M&A professional to lead and execute the company’s utility scale solar and energy storage business growth strategies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of sourcing, evaluating, structuring, negotiating, and closing attractive project and portfolio acquisitions and dispositions.

The position will serve as an integral leadership role as part of a high performing M&A team responsible for all aspects of profitable growth, expansion via mergers and acquisitions, and capital recycling. The role provides an opportunity to join a leading, vertically integrated renewable energy developer with an extensive portfolio of operating and under construction projects along with a growing pipeline of utility scale solar and energy storage projects.

The Director Mergers & Acquisitions, reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, is a regular, full-time position, and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Execute the company’s M&A strategies in alignment with growth and shareholder return objectives
Lead the origination, analysis, structuring, documentation, and execution of utility scale solar and storage project acquisitions and dispositions
Analyze different markets through an investment lens and make recommendations for M&A activity; such analysis would include an assessment of the political, regulatory, legal, and tax environment for a given market, along with supply/demand and other economic considerations
Establish and maintain relationships with advisors, brokers, and developers to source attractive opportunities aligned with the company’s business objectives and underwriting criteria
Perform project due diligence across various functional areas, as applicable, including, interconnection, real estate, permitting, environmental, EPC, and project operations
Work closely with in-house and external counsel along with the CIO to review, negotiate and close purchase and sale agreements, joint development, and partnership agreements
Manage post-acquisition development, financing, and commercial obligations and activities
Communicate with other departments within the company including Development, Origination, Capital Markets, Engineering, and Accounting on transaction details as well as business planning and work processes
Prepare presentations and analysis necessary to obtain internal investment committee and company Board approvals
Maintain opportunity pipeline reporting, as well as department budgets, forecasts, and acquisition financing needs in coordination with the CIO
Explore and lead improvements in acquisition opportunity screening and analysis
Be responsible for various internal administrative functions which are required to support acquisitions
Provide hands-on leadership, guidance, mentorship, training, development, and performance management to M&A team members

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
Minimum 7 (seven) years of relevant renewable energy industry experience in business development, M&A, project finance, or corporate development
Experience serving in a transaction leadership role; preferably within a renewable energy development or IPP business
Advanced knowledge of solar, solar + storage, and stand-alone storage markets and economics
Established relationships with renewable sector advisors, brokers, and developers
Experience in financial modeling and valuation analysis of relevant projects and markets; including advanced Excel skills
Strong commercial, technical, analytical, and creative transaction structuring abilities
Rigorous and detail oriented with the highest regard for accuracy and completeness
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, integrated team environment

Key Attributes for Success

Ability to maintain discipline and focus on acquisition and disposition strategies; filter and pursue only value-accretive opportunities
Ability to identify, quantify and mitigate risks; realize opportunities
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Execution-focused mindset with a high level of initiative
Ability to multi-task and work in a very fast-paced environment
Team-oriented “player coach” with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop collaborative working relationships across multiple functional areas in the organization
Has a strong sense of urgency and bias for action
Ability to work with all levels of management and key stakeholders
Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Travel Up to 30% travel as necessary

Location New York, NY

Job Level Director – one direct report

The expected starting pay range for this role is outlined below, in addition to a competitive annual bonus and benefits, 401K, etc. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges provided as our individual pay is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, location, experience, education & certifications, as well as performance.

New York Pay Range

$200,000—$245,000 USD

Origis Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences as that is what makes our employees unique. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. More information is available here.

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Request for Support or Accommodations: As part of our effort to provide equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities, we are happy to offer support and special accommodations in order for you to successfully reach us with your interest. Please reach out to us at candidateaccommodations@origisenergy.com if you would like to request help with your application.