Who we are - our mission: terralayr addresses the massive deficit in global energy storage. The over-indexing of electricity generation from renewable energy sources leads to large volatility on the energy grid. The main problem is that wind and solar farms are fluctuating and, by definition, unsteady—there is no sun at night, and it is not always windy. This increases the need for flexibility in the form of battery storage systems to balance the grid in times when supply and demand do not match. By buying and developing grid-scale storage assets and virtually aggregating them across a layer, we are creating the world's first energy cloud. Imagine AWS for energy. Through the flexibility we secure, we can market flexibility-as-a-service and hedging products/power insurance to utilities, SMEs, and industrial players and create virtual storage capacity for PV and wind farms. What we are currently hiring for As a Project Development Associate (m/f/d) for energy storage in the German market, you will play a key role in driving pipeline growth and target achievement for terralayr’s energy storage asset portfolio. To do this you will need the skills, experience and confidence to identify and screen new projects and form new strategic relationships with third party developers and key stakeholders involved in the energy storage ecosystem in Germany. The successful applicant will manage multiple strategic development partnerships and facilitate the progress of projects from conception through to ready-to-build, be able to assess and contribute to project financial models, heads of terms and relevant development agreements, and prep projects for investment decisions. The role sits within the Asset Development team at terralayr. The Project Development Associate will report directly to our VP of Asset Development Valerie and work closely with a dynamic, cross-functional Team to achieve our ambitious targets. What we are currently hiring for - Your role in more detail Account/partnership management – Manage 3-4 key project development partner organizations through day-to-day development hurdles, serve as their key point of contact to answer technical, commercial and process related queries to move projects forward. Project management – Effectively manage multiple project requirements and milestones running in parallel to secure projects through ready-to-build and manage a smooth transition to the Execution Team. Financial modelling – Screen projects and run first financial models (based on agreed company standards and metrics) for each project, which are needed to make continued investment decisions and to guide partners in negotiating key project parameters. Commercial negotiations – Facilitate the commercial negotiations with new development partners to secure exclusive pipeline volume, and with existing partners to secure final project purchase rights. Decision-Gate Management – Manage the due diligence and investment stagegates as projects under your management achieve various milestone completion. Work closely across cross-functional teams to present key project details to insure a well-informed investment decision. What we are looking for - Your Qualifications Qualification – bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Energy, Environmental Sciences or a related field. Project development knowledge, from 2 years in any project development field in Germany. Experience in the renewables sector is a plus. Strong commercial acumen with the associated skills and knowledge to lead on negotiations and contractual arrangements and assess financial viability of project opportunities. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple active leads in various stages, with various stakeholders and across various geographic regions in Germany. Solution oriented – you won’t settle for “no” or “impossible” as acceptable answers. Display entrepreneurship and a can-do attitude in a highly dynamic environment to close the project opportunities. Resilience – Can motivate self and wider team in challenging circumstances for long periods of time. Can visualize the challenge of project development and manage to keep perspective in complex settings. Stakeholder Management – Ideally possess an existing network of relevant contacts and exhibit confidence when engaging with these stakeholders. Local Knowledge – Good knowledge of local German geography, politics, customs and current issues which affect the development of renewables projects in Germany including Germany’s land use system (Agricultural, Forestry and Commercial). Native German speaker, business-level proficiency in English. Why you should be excited about this opportunity Work for a company with a clear mission : A world powered by 100% renewable energy Have impact from day 1 : Your contribution will not only have a positive impact on society; by joining our small and nimble team, your work will make a difference from day one. Invest into your personal development : We guarantee a steep learning curve combined with a lot of space to bring in your own ideas and shape terralayr’s future. On top, you benefit from our Learning & Development budget of 1,000 EUR per person per year. What's next? If you are interested in joining our team, please fill out the application form and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible Please note: At terralayr, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone's unique talents and perspectives are respected. We firmly believe that our strength lies in the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and ideas that our team members bring to the table. As an equal opportunities employer, we value and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing a fair and supportive environment for all. We encourage candidates from all walks of life, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or any other characteristic, to apply and join our team. We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation, creativity, and success, making us stronger as a collective.