Director of Originations - Natural Gas

SUMMARY:

The Director Origination, Natural Gas for Mitsui & Co. Energy Marketing and Services ("MEMS") will be responsible for identifying, valuing, and bidding on term structured transactions in markets across the US and with particular focus on Northeast and Mid-Atlantic markets. This will include transportation, storage, and other term transactions such as Asset Management Agreements (AMA's). The successful candidate will also be expected to help build MEMS' Natural Gas business into adjacent and/or other targeted market areas as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify, value and bid on structured transactions to enhance Mitsui's natural gas portfolio. May include transportation, storage, long-term Park & Loans, supply, demand, and Asset Management Agreements (AMA's).
• Supervise other gas originator(s) as assigned.
• Work with traders, schedulers, and Mitsui management team on deal identification & evaluation process.
• Work with origination personnel from Mitsui's other trading desks such as power, LNG, new energy, and oil, to identify and value opportunities that may cover a variety of commodities.
• Improve Mitsui's deal valuation / structuring process.
• Support Mitsui's fundamentals & analytics group.
• Support other Mitsui divisions that have exposure to US gas infrastructure. This may include negotiating long-term midstream agreements on behalf of those entities.
• Assist with monitoring midstream developments such as expansion projects, rate filings, or other items that may impact Mitsui. Communicate any critical developments in a timely manner.
• Timely communication with traders and scheduling personnel regarding market and pipeline information.
• Any other duties as directed by Manager.
• Adherence to all corporate Risk Management policies and procedures

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proven experience in contract negotiations for transportation, storage, and term structured transactions
• Ability to develop and supervise other originator(s)
• Understanding of deal valuation & structuring process
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, Word)
• Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Proactive problem-solving
• Ability to work in a team environment

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent related work experience [Finance or Accounting preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of Natural Gas Industry experience required
• Minimum 5 years of gas origination experience required

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Fluent verbal and written skills in English

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Physical demands include:

• Prolonged periods of sitting and may need to routinely move around to communicate with different groups
• Domestic business travel is expected while international travel may be required on occasion
• Occasionally work late to meet with Tokyo office
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must have a valid DL.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K and Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO Policy
• Breakroom Snacks / Beverages

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their leader, subject to reasonable accommodation.

MEMS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.