Senior Renewable Energy Specialist - Global Energy & Sustainability Expert for Apple's Ambitious Carbon Neutrality Initiatives

Join Apple's Global Energy & Sustainability Team as a Senior Renewable Energy Specialist

At Apple, we're not just creating innovative products; we're revolutionizing industries and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our commitment to environmental sustainability is at the forefront of everything we do, and we're seeking a highly experienced Senior Renewable Energy Specialist to join our Global Energy & Sustainability Team. As a leader in corporate renewable energy, we're dedicated to powering our worldwide facilities with 100% renewable electricity and achieving complete carbon neutrality across our entire product lifecycle by 2030.

About the Role

The Senior Renewable Energy Specialist will play a critical role in sourcing, negotiating, and closing renewable energy transactions globally, driving our ongoing renewable energy initiatives forward. You'll be responsible for conducting due diligence, structuring deals, and ensuring they meet Apple's high standards of financial and technical performance, as well as our environmental and social impact. This role requires deep collaboration with various Apple departments, including finance, tax, corporate procurement, legal, government affairs, marketing and communications, environmental technologies, supply chain clean energy program, and the environment, policy, and social initiatives team.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing, negotiating, and closing renewable energy transactions globally, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), investments, utility transactions, renewable energy certificate (REC) and tax credit purchases, and other typical renewable energy contract structures.
• Conducting due diligence on potential transactions, assessing financial and technical risks, and ensuring compliance with Apple's high standards.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, corporate procurement, legal, and government affairs, to drive transactions forward.
• Developing and maintaining working relationships with renewable energy developers and financiers across diverse geographies.
• Staying up-to-date on global renewable energy markets, fundamental economics, and policies, and applying this knowledge to inform Apple's renewable energy strategy.
• Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced global setting, with excellent project management and time management skills.
• Communicating effectively with various stakeholders, both written and verbally, and collaborating seamlessly with colleagues in an unstructured environment.

Essential Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A BA/BS degree in finance, economics, engineering, or other relevant field.
• 10+ years of global experience focused on renewable energy transactions, project development, and electricity markets.
• Strong experience sourcing, negotiating, and closing renewable energy transactions globally.
• Deep knowledge of renewable energy development, including solar, wind, and battery storage technologies, environmental permitting, interconnection, and risk mitigation.
• Experience with a wide range of contract structures, including power purchase agreements, tax equity and equity investments, renewable energy credit purchase agreements, utility green programs, and others.

Preferred Qualifications

To stand out as an ideal candidate, you'll have:

• International renewable energy and climate change experience in major Asian, European, and/or North American markets, with Africa and Latin America experience also a plus.
• A proven track record of creative, out-of-the-box thinking, grounded in real-life experience and pragmatic problem-solving.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate seamlessly with various colleagues in an unstructured environment.
• Strong project management and time management skills, with the ability to complete multiple priorities in a fast-paced global setting.

What We Offer

At Apple, we're committed to providing a comprehensive compensation package that reflects our values and appreciation for our employees' hard work and dedication. The base pay range for this role is between $152,800 and $230,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

In addition to competitive base pay, you'll have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. You'll also receive benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• A range of discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to advancing your career at Apple.
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments, as well as relocation benefits, may also be available.

Our Culture and Work Environment

At Apple, we're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. We're passionate about making a positive impact on the world, and we're dedicated to leaving the world better than we found it. As a Senior Renewable Energy Specialist, you'll be part of a small team with a big mission, working together to drive Apple's renewable energy initiatives forward.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're a seasoned renewable energy professional with a passion for driving innovation and sustainability, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join Apple's Global Energy & Sustainability Team as a Senior Renewable Energy Specialist and be part of our mission to create a more sustainable future.

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