Data Centers Strategy & Business Development Senior Specialist

Our Business Unit is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

The Strategy and Business Development department of the Hydrogen and Data Centers Business Unit, part of the EDP group, is looking for a Data Centers Strategy & Business Development Senior Specialist.

What you will do:

• Monitor regulatory updates, market developments, and industry news, preparing summaries that support market intelligence and opportunity identification.
• Conduct basic research on companies, projects, and sector developments, organizing information into structured inputs for early stage assessments.
• Assist in advancing early stage projects by gathering required information, updating project files, and preparing supporting materials.
• Engage with internal teams (technical, regulatory, commercial, development) to collect inputs, clarify data needs, track outstanding items, and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Maintain project trackers, documentation repositories, and workflow tools to provide accurate and up to date visibility on project status.
• Support the preparation of internal presentations, reports, and briefing materials by assembling data, drafting basic content, and formatting materials.
• Coordinate logistics for internal and selected external meetings, including scheduling, agendas, notes, and tracking follow up actions.
• Assist in managing information exchanges with external stakeholders by preparing materials, organizing documents, and ensuring proper record keeping.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

City: Houston, TX, Houston (preferably) but may be other cities

What are we looking for:

• University Degree, preferable in engineering, economics or management,
• At least 4 years of experience in the energy sector, preferably in a similar role,
• Knowledge of the energy markets and regulations, with a strong focus on the power market dynamics in the decarbonization context,
• Availability for frequent travelling (flexibility required),
• Strong analytical, teamwork and communication skill,
• Fluency in English.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundacion Masfamilia

Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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