Vice President-Capital Markets at Tallgrass MLP Operations, LLC in Leawood, Kansas

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary purpose:

This individual will be responsible for developing and evaluating equity, debt and preferred capital-raising solutions. Establish and maintain relationships with existing and new traditional and non-traditional bank investors, and potential industry equity partners, globally and advising executives through capital formation alternatives.

This individual will coordinate closely with the CFO and the VP Treasurer and Investor Relations to develop and evaluate accretive financing alternatives and strategies for various growth initiatives.Minimum requirements:

• Experience in the Energy industry.


• Experience with project financing.


• Experience managing and developing high-performing teams.


• Experience communicating data and strategic frameworks for executives.


• History of quickly gaining credibility, partnering with business leaders, and exhibiting executive presence.


• Proven conceptual, analytical, and financial modeling skills.


• Work with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.


• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.


• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.


• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.


• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.


• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.


• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline. MBA preferrable.


• A minimum of ten (10) years direct work experience in a similar type of role may be considered as a substitute for a degree.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in commercial, operational, financial, legal or transactional roles with exposure to the energy sector.


• Strong experience developing educational narrative on complex topics within alternative investments.


• Expert proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.


• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Highly motivated, self-starting, high sense of urgency.


• Strategic thinking; ability to grasp trends and structural market needs and ability to develop solutions in context.


• Goal-oriented; guided by a vision of the intended outcome.


• Solution-oriented; tenacity in the face of problems and obstacles, adept at finding solutions that create value for Tallgrass and others.


• Relationship-oriented; strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.


• Openness to new ideas; willingness and receptiveness to having ideas challenged.


• Innovative in conceptualizing new solutions and properly managing risk.


• Proven effective conflict resolution skills.


• Strong organizational skills.


• High level of financial, economic, and general business acumen.


• Proficiency in financial modeling and discipline in the use of financial models to support deal structuring and investment decisions.


• Excellent analytical abilities with ability to apply logical frameworks to complex problems.


• Proficiency in the development, negotiation, and administration of commercial and transactional contracts.


• Ability to develop contractual framework for formal agreements to minimize legal time and expense.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Effective in a team, i.e., capable of drawing on expertise in relevant groups to structure, negotiate and implement deals.


• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.


• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.


• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.


• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.


• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.


• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.


• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.


• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Overnight travel as required.


• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.


• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screening and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Yes

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• MBA and/or other advanced degree (e.g., JD, Master's)

Other responsibilities:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.Primary purpose:

This individual will be responsible for developing and evaluating equity, debt and preferred capital-raising solutions. Establish and maintain relationships with existing and new traditional and non-traditional bank investors, and potential industry equity partners, globally and advising executives through capital formation alternatives.

This individual will coordinate closely with the CFO and the VP Treasurer and Investor Relations to develop and evaluate accretive financing alternatives and strategies for various growth initiatives.

ABOUT US

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

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