Senior Lead Energy Strategic Negotiator

b Overview /b p In this role, you will lead end-to-end energy strategy and transaction execution to support Googles global data center expansion. You will coordinate with cross-functional teams to secure reliable, low-cost, and carbon-free power across EMEA, supporting the company’s clean energy ambitions. You’ll manage high-stakes negotiations and complex project developments from site selection to grid connection agreements. You will shape energy procurement strategies and deliver impactful, multi-stakeholder solutions that enable scalable infrastructure growth. This role offers the chance to directly influence Google’s energy footprint and cost efficiency at a global scale. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 20% bonus target /li li equity /li li benefits /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Lead origination, structuring, and execution of energy and power agreements (grid connections, clean energy PPA, data center energy contracts) /li li Drive energy due diligence and site selection for data center development in both established and frontier markets /li li Own and shape Googles energy procurement strategy across generation technologies and carbon-free energy /li li Develop mission-critical transactional materials and collaborate with Engineering, Finance, Legal, Accounting, and partner teams /li li Negotiate high-stakes deals and manage vendor/partner relationships to support infrastructure growth /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Bachelors degree or equivalent practical experience /li li 10 years of experience leading negotiations or business development /li li Deep knowledge of power markets, energy transaction structuring, and regulatory frameworks in multiple EMEA countries /li li Experience in energy project development, utility procurement, or finance/consulting (preferred) /li li Excellent verbal and written communication and project management skills /li li Ability to solve complex multi-stakeholder challenges /li /ul ul li strong communication /li li cross-functional collaboration /li li strategic thinking /li li energy transaction structuring /li li grid connection negotiations /li li renewable energy technologies /li /ul