Are you interested in being part of a company that believes in the pursuit of excellence, conducting work in a safe and sustainable manner and being courageous and creative in everything we do? When you join TAQA North, you will be joining a company that believes in collaboration, supporting professional development and being active members in the communities where we operate. We strive to create a work environment that is productive and profitable as well as challenging and enjoyable. With field operations in Alberta, we deliver production of approximately 80,000 barrels of oil equivalent/day.
TAQA North is currently searching for a Senior Business Development Analyst. Reporting to the Director, Land and Business Development, the Senior Business Development Analyst plays a key role in the evaluation and execution of strategic transactions that support TAQA North's growth and portfolio optimization objectives. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, assess and execute acquisition, divestiture and asset exchange opportunities, while delivering high-quality economic analysis, market intelligence and executive-level decision support. This position combines financial modelling, transaction execution, industry analysis and stakeholder coordination in a fast-paced environment where the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver insights under tight timelines is critical.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Work with the Business Development and Asset teams to identify, evaluate and execute acquisition, divestiture, asset swap and other strategic transaction opportunities.
- Support transaction execution activities including due diligence, virtual data room management, bidder communications, transaction tracking and coordination with internal stakeholders and third-party advisors.
- Conduct quality control and integration of land, well, facility, operational and financial data used in evaluations and transaction processes.
- Coordinate the dissemination of evaluation materials and ensure compliance with corporate procedures and process controls.
- Build and maintain valuation models, economic evaluations, liability assessments, strategic screening tools and precedent transaction analyses.
- Prepare corporate overviews, asset summaries, market assessments, pre-screening evaluations, maps and supporting analytical materials.
- Collaborate with Operations, HSSE, Land, Geoscience, Reserves and Finance teams to assess operational upside, environmental liabilities, undeveloped land value, contractual obligations and other factors influencing transaction value.
- Develop executive summaries, investment recommendations, and presentation materials for management and commercial review processes, translating complex technical, commercial and economic information into actionable insights.
- Monitor and analyze industry transactions, competitor activity, public company disclosures and market trends to identify strategic opportunities and maintain internal market intelligence and transaction databases.
- Maintain and enhance asset retirement obligation, abandonment and reclamation valuation tools used in acquisition, divestiture and portfolio optimization decisions.
- Support the development and modernization of business development databases, reporting systems, dashboards and Power BI analytics tools.
Your Qualifications:
- Degree in Engineering, Geoscience, Commerce, Finance, Economics or a related discipline. MBA, CFA, P.Eng., P.Geo. or similar professional designation is considered an asset.
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in business development, reserves, engineering, geoscience, capital markets, corporate development or acquisition and divestiture activities within the Canadian energy industry.
- Strong analytic and data management skills including proficiency in spreadsheet modeling
- Advanced proficiency in Excel modelling and experience with industry databases and analytical tools such as AccuMap, CS Explorer, Value Navigator, EVA and Power BI.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Ability to provide three satisfactory professional references and complete a satisfactory criminal background check
Benefits of Working at TAQA North:
- Great Team Environment
- We do what is right for our environment, community and people
- We believe in equal employment opportunities and strive for a diverse workplace
- We celebrate and recognize our people
- Top Tier Benefits Program
- TAQA North offers a comprehensive benefits program. In addition to extended health, dental and vision, we offer a group savings plan, healthcare spending account and wellness plan
- We respect work/life balance and offer a robust vacation program including flex days
- We believe in giving back to our communities and offer volunteer days and a charity matching program
- Growth Potential
- TAQA North has field operations predominantly in Alberta that deliver production of approximately 80,000 barrels of oil equivalent/day.
- Sustainability
- TAQA aims to be a low carbon power and water champion
- TAQA North is committed to being a safe and environmentally responsible producer
- TAQA North uses Acid Gas Injection (AGI) at the Crossfield plant to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
TAQA is an Abu Dhabi based company that provides water and energy to communities around the world with an oil and gas sector. When you join TAQA North, you will be joining a company that believes in collaboration, supporting professional development and being active members in the communities where we operate. We strive to create a work environment that is productive and profitable as well as stimulating and enjoyable.
We thank all applications, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
