Senior Manager, FBD

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project management and business development of low‑carbon fuels primarily renewable natural gas (RNG) and e‑methane.
• Supporting the establishment of the FBD general investment strategy, project and company evaluations, due diligence, and research.
• Serve as an external interface between Osaka Gas (OG), partners, financial players, advisors, etc.
• Identify new business opportunities or market segments in which OGUSA can expect potential growth.
• Source business development activities targeting potential investment opportunities and support due diligence.
• Review documents such as equity agreements and sales and purchase agreements for low‑carbon fuels.
• Support progress management of existing investment portfolio and Pre‑FEED/FEED staged projects toward final investment decision (FID).
• Coordinate communication between OGUSA and partner(s) to conduct project progress management.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or other Renewable Energy‑related Finance or science field. MBA preferred
• At least 5 years of related energy industry experience
• Exposure to corporate level equity participation and due diligence on financial performance (including model review) in the US energy sector, preferably in the energy transition sector
• Experience in applying tax credits to energy projects in the U.S.
• Experience with EPC and O&M activities, working knowledge of associated agreements
• Experience supporting the review and/or negotiation of definitive agreements relating to commodity sales & purchase, equity participation with legal support
• Experience working in an organization to achieve business results, especially in a multicultural environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent management and team skills
• Ability to remain calm and courteous in demanding situations
• Eager to understand the culture/nuanced internal approval process of a Japanese company
• Willingness to attend occasional meetings with Japan‑based colleagues before or after normal working hours.