This role offers the chance to apply your administrative, contractual, and payment processing expertise while contributing to research and analysis that supports the acceleration of the energy transition. You will work closely with the leadership of the Grid and Growth Strategy team in a dynamic and impactful environment.
About AES
At AES, we improve lives globally by transforming how energy works. Our small, global teams empower individuals to make a daily impact. AES leads in technical and strategic innovation, and the Grid & Growth Strategy team plays a central role in maintaining our position as one of the largest U.S. Independent Clean Power Producers across Solar, Wind, Storage, Green Hydrogen, and Emerging Technologies. AES was recognized by Bloomberg New Energy Finance as the largest global seller of Clean Energy to Corporations from 2021 to 2023, and we continue that momentum into 2024 and beyond.
About the Team
The Grid & Growth Strategy Team consists of three sub-teams:
Growth Strategy - Develop and implement AES Renewables' growth plans across U.S. regions. Transmission Strategy - Identify feasible grid interconnection locations. Interconnection - Manage AES's extensive portfolio of grid interconnection requests.
About the Role
The role includes two primary areas of responsibility:
(A) Administrative/Operations and (B) Analysis
Administrative Responsibilities:
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Manage payments through SAP and AES's approval process.
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Oversee contract management and team coordination.
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Support administrative functions including vendor setup and payment processing.
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Facilitate contract execution with consultants and software providers, coordinating with subject matter experts and legal teams.
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Establish and maintain efficient administrative processes for team operations.
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Coordinate weekly and other team communications.
Analytical Responsibilities:
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Conduct research and analysis related to the electric grid and energy market drivers.
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Support initiatives across all three sub-teams: Growth Strategy, Transmission Strategy, and Interconnection.
The administrative workload is not expected to be full-time, allowing for significant involvement in analytical tasks that support the team's mission.
You will report to the Vice President of Grid & Growth Strategy and support all three sub-teams. The intended job title is Sr. Analyst, Grid & Growth Strategy.
Job Responsibilities
Including but not limited to:
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Manage time-sensitive payments for grid interconnection requests.
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Set up and process payments for vendors (consultants, software providers).
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Facilitate contract execution with vendor support from legal and subject matter experts.
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Develop and manage administrative processes for team efficiency.
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Coordinate team communications.
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Perform research and analysis to support team initiatives as needed.
AES Corporation
4300 Wilson Blvd
Arlington
Virginia United States
www.aes.com
