Business Development Director

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Lead large projects and transactions and develop solutions to sophisticated problems within the natural gas industry. Demonstrate superb communication skills while negotiating agreements and cultivating a cross‑functional network to gain support and achieve results.

• Originates, evaluates, and advances a disciplined pipeline of M&A, partnership, and portfolio optimization opportunities aligned with core growth objectives.
• Applies strong financial acumen, including financial modeling, valuation, forecasting, and analysis of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Partners cross‑functionally with legal, finance, operations, financial sponsors, advisors, and external counter parties to progress strategic transactions from initial screening through execution.
• Leads negotiation, diligence, and execution of standard M&A definitive agreements and evaluates commercial revenue contracts for customer terms, risk allocation, and value durability.
• Synthesizes large volumes of qualitative and quantitative information into clear, actionable recommendations on condensed and competitive timelines.
• Communicates effectively through clear, compelling written and verbal presentations for senior leadership and boards.
• Manages strategic initiatives end‑to‑end, including planning, prioritization, and execution, while fostering creativity and innovation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum fifteen (15) years’ related experience in business, engineering, or a related field.
• Deep knowledge of upstream, midstream, or downstream assets.
• In‑depth understanding of energy market fundamentals, commodity pricing, basin market fundamentals, competitor strategies, and commercial aspects of the energy industry.
• Experience with asset development and a specialist perspective on deal structure, contract terms, and financial issues.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and safety‑first mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Preferred: MBA.

• Action oriented – Meets Expectations.
• Collaborates – Expectations Were Consistently Met.
• Communicates effectively – Expectations Were Consistently Met.
• Customer focus – Expectations Were Consistently Met.
• Drives results – Expectations Were Consistently Met.
• Ensures accountability – Expectations Were Consistently Met.
  
  Instills trust – Meets Expectations.

• Competitive compensation and annual incentive program.
• Hybrid work model: one work‑from‑home day per week for most office‑based roles.
• Flexible work schedule for most field‑based roles.
• 401(k) with company matching and fixed annual contribution.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability benefits.
• Health Savings Account options.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
• Paid time off, including floating and company holidays.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Robust learning and development programs.
• High internal mobility.
• Parental leave up to 6 weeks per parent.
• Fertility coverage and adoption benefits.
• Domestic partner benefits.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Non‑profit donation matching and volunteer time.
• Employee resource groups and employee assistance program.
• Technology and collaboration tools.
• Regular employee engagement surveys and feedback processes.

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document, which may be amended or terminated at any time.