Head of Commercial Advisory

Sydney | Melbourne Leadership Opportunity A highly regarded specialist advisory firm operating across the renewable energy, infrastructure and energy transition sectors is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead and expand its commercial advisory practice.

The business advises developers, investors, asset owners, corporate energy users and financiers on some of Australia's most significant renewable energy and energy infrastructure opportunities. With a strong market reputation and an established client base, the firm provides strategic, commercial and transaction advice that supports investment decisions, project development and long-term energy procurement strategies.

This is an chance to join a growing, entrepreneurial business at the forefront of Australia's energy transition, leading a high-performing team while driving client growth and market impact.

About the Role The Commercial Director will play a pivotal leadership role across a broad range of commercial advisory engagements within the renewable energy market.

Key responsibilities include

- Leading the development of offtake and route-to-market strategies for renewable energy projects.
- Advising clients on Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), energy procurement and contracting strategies.
- Overseeing competitive tender processes including EOI and BAFO programs.
- Supporting complex commercial negotiations and strategic transaction decisions.
- Providing market insights relating to electricity markets, renewable energy certificates and energy transition trends.
- Leading client relationships and originating new business opportunities.




- Mentoring and developing a team of commercial and advisory professionals.
- Working closely with financial advisory specialists on project transactions, acquisitions and capital raising activities.

The Organisation The firm combines deep expertise in electricity markets, renewable energy development, infrastructure investment and transaction advisory.

Its work spans

- Renewable energy project commercialisation.
- Energy procurement and decarbonisation strategies.
- Infrastructure and renewable energy M&A; advisory.
- Asset and portfolio valuation.
- Financial modelling and market analysis.
- Investment strategy and transaction execution.

Typical projects include supporting developers to secure long-term revenue contracts, advising investors on renewable energy acquisitions, evaluating energy infrastructure investments and assisting organisations to navigate increasingly complex energy markets. Candidate Profile The successful candidate is likely to bring:

- Significant experience within energy, renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial advisory, investment banking, corporate advisory or related sectors.
- Strong understanding of Australian electricity markets and renewable energy commercial structures.
- Experience negotiating or advising on PPAs, offtake agreements or major commercial contracts.
- Demonstrated ability to originate business and manage senior client relationships.
- Strong commercial judgement and strategic problem-solving capability.
- Experience leading teams and driving business growth.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

📌 Head of Commercial Advisory (Melbourne)
🏢 JD Ross Energy
📍 Melbourne