Head of Corporate Development

About Electric EraElectric Era builds the fastest, most reliable EV fast-charging network for the places drivers already stop. Our RE200 chargers on the Electric Era RetailEdge platform combine high-power charging, integrated battery storage and in-house software to deliver uptime that beats the industry. We partner with leading fuel and convenience retailers to bring charging to high-traffic sites across North America.The RoleYou will own how Electric Era raises capital and how it turns strategic relationships into revenue, capabilities and scale. You will report to the CEO and work directly with Finance, Sales, and the Board, running point on our most important investor and corporate conversations.What You'll OwnEquity fundraising, end to end. Build the narrative and the model, run the process, own the data room and materials, and deploy the CEO and team where they move the needle. Turn skeptical investors into a ‘yes’.Project capital fundraising. Develop and manage third-party ownership financing models for CapEx-sensitive EV charging and CoPower solutions for customers.Strategic partnerships. Develop and own relationships with strategic partners and industry players and convert them into profitable ventures via JVs, distribution and licensing agreements, or co-development and strategic sales partnerships.Deal structuring. Design and negotiate terms that unlock revenue or new capabilities, from term sheet through signed contract.M&A and partnership pipeline. Source, screen and prioritize investments, alliances, or acquisitions. Keep a live pipeline with clear go/no-go calls.Investor and board relations. Keep investors and the board informed, aligned and ready for the next round.What You Bring8+ years across corporate development, investment banking, venture/growth investing or strategy, with deals you originated, led and closed.Proven record running capital raises and winning over tough investors.Experience structuring JVs, licensing, distribution or strategic investments with large corporations.Sharp financial modeling and valuation skills, and the judgment to know which numbers matter.A compelling storyteller who won’t take a cookie-cutter approach, can write the deck, own the room and negotiate hard.Founder mindset: high ownership, fast, comfortable with ambiguity.Nice to HaveBackground in EV charging, energy, cleantech, or critical infrastructure. Relationships with climate, infrastructure and/or strategic investors.Experience with project finance, debt facilities or government incentives.Cross-border deal experience, including Latin America and APACWhy JoinShape the capital strategy and partnerships of a company building critical power infrastructure.Work directly with the CEO and board on the decisions that define the company.Blue-chip customers and partners already on board, with room to build much bigger deals.Meaningful equity and the chance to build the corp dev function from scratch.Compensation and benefitsSalary Range: $190,000-240,000Additional Compensation: This position may also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity awards, or other compensation programs, subject to applicable employee stock option plan terms.Benefits: Electric Era offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, retirement benefits, and other company-sponsored programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.Relocation assistance may be available, if required.Electric Era is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This position is employment at-will. Either Electric Era or the employee may terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice, except as required by law.The job description above outlines primary duties and responsibilities but is not exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as business needs evolve.