CCUS Strategic Partnership Manager

Kalnin Ventures, LLC

$90K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MBA or other advanced degree required.
  • 5-10 years experience in investment banking, consulting, corporate development, or private equity.
  • Background in a transaction-focused environment is essential.
  • Experience with joint ventures or project finance structures is preferred.
  • Skilled in preparing executive-level materials like board decks and investment memos.

Responsibilities

  • Act as primary day-to-day liaison for JV partners, managing all communication requests.
  • Coordinate governance activities, preparing necessary materials for board meetings and partner updates.
  • Align JV activities with the organization's CCUS strategy and financial targets.
  • Track partner communications and ensure follow-up on action items and decisions made.
  • Maintain organized records of JV communications and reporting requirements.
  • Collaborate across departments for aligning investment processes and partner communications.
  • Assist in developing investment materials and managing diligence processes for partners.

Benefits

  • Remote work option with alignment to U.S. time zones.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with 6% employer match.
  • Generous paid time off plus 12 company holidays annually.
  • Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

This role supports the management and execution of dCV's joint venture partnerships. This role serves as a key point of contact for partners and internal teams, driving strong communication, effective governance, and coordinated execution across ongoing operations and new investments.

This role is recognized as a subject matter expert in the work area. Manages large projects or processes, policies and standards under limited supervision. Coaches, reviews, and delegates work to junior employees. Problems faced may be difficult and often complex. Demonstrates integrity, accountability and transparency; upholds BKV standards, values and culture.

Responsibilities
• Serve as primary day-to-day contact for JV partners, managing inbound requests and ensuring timely, accurate communication.
• Coordinate JV governance, including preparation of board materials, pre-read sessions, and partner communications.
• Support alignment of JV activities with dCV's CCUS strategy, financial objectives, and growth initiatives.
• Track partner requests, decisions, and action items (including owners and timelines) to ensure accountability and follow-through.
• Coordinate JV reporting requirements and maintain organized records of communications, materials, and key decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally (Finance, Legal, Commercial, Development) to align on partner communications, reporting, and investment processes.
• Support development of investment materials and manage JV partner diligence processes, including coordinating data requests and Q&A.
• Assist with evaluation of new partnership opportunities and related diligence efforts.
• Support capital call coordination and partner closely with the dCV Capital Strategy Manager on finance-related interactions.

Required Skills
• Understanding of natural gas industry standards, market trends, emerging issues and regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership skills including an advanced ability to work cross-departmentally, develop others and influence the organization to achieve results.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related applications. Uses understanding of digital concepts to create basic digital tools.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Expert interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills.
• Advanced attention to detail, organization and prioritization.
• Advanced cognitive, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Growth mindset with an advanced ability to innovate, embrace change and have grit.

Education & Experience

Required
• MBA or other advanced degree.
• 5-10 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, corporate development, private equity, or a related field.
• Background in investment banking or similar transaction-focused environment.
• Exposure to joint ventures, partnerships, or project finance structures.
• Experience preparing executive-ready materials (e.g., board decks, investment memos).

Preferred
• Experience in energy, infrastructure, or project-based industries is a plus.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Location
• This position is eligible for remote work with working hours aligned with time zones of the continental United States.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Working Conditions
• Primarily office-based with standard business hours; extended hours may be required depending on business needs. May occasionally be exposed to distracting noise while sharing office space with others.

Physical Demands
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to operate a computer, telephone, and other office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with 6% employer match.
• Paid time off and 12 company holidays per year.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.

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