Director, Business Strategy

LocationChicago, IL
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent


Functional area: Corporate Development / Strategy


Remuneration: Exempt

The Director, Business Strategy is part of the broader Strategy department and plays a critical role in shaping the direction and growth of the company. This team leads and consolidates the annual strategy review, coordinates the implementation of strategic initiatives in collaboration with the business, and leads special initiatives on behalf of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT). Moreover, the team assesses the impacts and opportunities from cutting-edge innovations, in close collaboration with the relevant business units.


Role Responsibilities:

Lead the Strategy Review process, ensuring solid analyses and actionable recommendations on business models, market prioritization, pipeline gaps, growth modes, capabilities & competitive positioning, business case, etc.
Define, prioritize, and kick off strategic initiatives in collaboration with the relevant business leads
Lead complex strategic initiatives and special projects on behalf of the ELT, including culture activation efforts, scouting of corporate acquisition/JV targets in alignment with the strategy, re-org / post-merger integration, etc.
Track organizational KPIs, and prepare comprehensive performance reports for top management
Lead the assessment and integration of cutting-edge innovations and emerging trends into the company’s strategic framework
Build and nurture strategic partnerships with venture capital firms, research institutions, and industry experts to support business growth and innovation
Mentor and develop more junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture within the Business Strategy team


Job Requirements and Experiences:

Master’s or advanced degree in STEM, business, or other relevant fields, preferred
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in the power industry, across strategy, management consulting or relevant business roles
Deep expertise in corporate strategy, clean energy, and utility industry, US power markets/transmission grid, renewable project development/commercialization, and clean energy technologies
Superior problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop strategic, actionable solutions
Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to present to and influence executive leadership and top management
Advanced organizational and project management skills, with experience leading large-scale, complex initiatives
Commitment to quality and excellence, balancing strategic vision with pragmatic execution
Innovative and solution-oriented, consistently challenging the status quo and driving new ideas and initiatives
Demonstrated leadership capabilities, fostering a high-performance culture and mentoring junior team members while being adaptable, self-reflective, and open to feedback
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $180,000-$230,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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Any questions? Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.

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