Targa Resources

Corporate and Commercial Development Director

Targa Resources$150K — $180K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; relevant field preferred in Business, Finance, Accounting, or Engineering
  • 7+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or relevant industry
  • Strong quantitative skills with extensive experience in financial modeling and financial statement analysis
  • Familiarity with M&A transactions is necessary
  • Demonstrated project management capabilities
  • Solid understanding of the energy industry is essential
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • High attention to detail and professionalism
  • Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Identify and create strategic commercial and M&A opportunities
  • Condense complex data into clear, actionable proposals
  • Lead transactions by collaborating with senior management and external parties such as investment banks and consultants
  • Direct financial modeling and conduct comprehensive industry and competitive analysis
  • Facilitate due diligence for prospective transactions
  • Support post-transaction integration processes
  • Prepare presentations for executive management and the Board of Directors
  • Conduct research and valuation analysis related to industry transactions
  • Assist with customer proposal responses and contract negotiations
  • Manage financial modeling for infrastructure projects
  • Mentor junior team members
  • Perform additional duties as required

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a strategic role at a leading midstream infrastructure company
  • Exposure to high-level M&A and commercial development
  • Collaboration with top-tier professionals across various functions
  • Professional development opportunities including mentorship and guidance to junior staff
  • Dynamic work environment within the evolving energy landscape
Full Job Description
The Corporate and Commercial Development group is a core strategic function within Targa Resources Corp. (NYSE: TRGP), responsible for advancing the company's long-term vision and positioning it as the premier midstream infrastructure company. The group plays a central role in identifying, evaluating, and executing opportunities that drive sustainable, profitable growth across the enterprise. This includes leading the origination and execution of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, with a focus on transactions that enhance Targa's asset portfolio, geographic footprint, and competitive positioning.

In addition to M&A, the group is instrumental in developing and managing strategic partnerships and joint ventures that align with Targa's commercial objectives and create long-term value. It also evaluates and prioritizes organic investment opportunities, ensuring capital is allocated to projects that meet rigorous strategic and financial criteria. Beyond transactional work, the Corporate and Commercial Development team collaborates closely with internal stakeholders across executive, commercial, financial, and operational functions to support cross-functional initiatives and enterprise-wide strategic planning.

Operating at the intersection of strategy, finance, and commercial execution, the Corporate and Commercial Development team is a key driver of Targa's continued growth and success in a dynamic and evolving energy landscape.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Identify and formulate strategic commercial and M&A opportunities
  • Efficiently distill complex information into a coherent and supportable proposal
  • Lead the execution of transactions (including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, organic growth opportunities, joint ventures, capital markets and commodity hedging) by interfacing with senior management, investment banks, attorneys, consultants and other resources
  • Direct financial modeling for potential transactions, industry research, competitive analysis and financial statement analysis
  • Coordinate the due diligence process for potential transactions
  • Assist in transition after closing of strategic transactions
  • Draft executive management presentations including those given to Board of Directors
  • Provide executive management with industry research and valuation analysis related to relevant transactions
  • Aid in development of responses to customer requests for proposals
  • Assist business units with financial modeling and negotiation of commercial contracts
  • Manage scenario modeling for infrastructure optimization and expansion
  • Train and provide guidance to junior team members
  • Other duties as assigned


MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree
  • 7+ years of experience via investment banking, management consulting, private equity or industry
  • Demonstrated quantitative skills with proficiency developing financial models and analyzing financial statements
  • Exposure to M&A transactions
  • Developed project management skills
  • Strong business acumen and keen interest in the energy industry
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High level of professionalism, maturity and attention to detail
  • Self-starter with ability to handle multiple projects and meet strict deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Regular and reliable attendance


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering or other relevant discipline
  • Experience in the energy industry, preferably with midstream and upstream exposure


About Targa Resources

Targa is a leading provider of midstream services and is one of the largest independent midstream energy companies in North America. They own, operate, acquire, and develop a diversified portfolio of complementary midstream energy assets. They are primarily engaged in the business of: - gathering, compressing, treating, processing, and selling natural gas - storing, fractionating, treating, transporting, and selling NGLs and NGL products, including services to LPG exporters - gathering, storing, and terminaling crude oil - storing, terminaling, and selling refined petroleum products. They believe their growth will be driven by continued organic growth investments across their diversified asset footprint. Their assets are not easily replicated and are strategically located in some of the most attractive basins in the U.S., and interconnected with key NGL markets and logistics centers. Their gathering and processing assets are across multiple shale and natural resource plays, including the Permian Basin, Barnett Shale, Bakken Shale, Eagle Ford Shale, Anadarko Basin, Arkoma Basin, onshore Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico. They have a leading position at Mont Belvieu, the NGL hub of North America. They have the second largest fractionation ownership position at Mont Belvieu and world class LPG export facilities on the Gulf Coast at their Galena Park Marine Terminal, which is interconnected to Mont Belvieu.

Targa Resources Careers

Join the dynamic team at Targa Resources, a leader in the energy sector, where innovation, leadership, and growth are at the heart of our operations. As one of the most prominent midstream energy operators, Targa Resources offers unparalleled job opportunities for professionals eager to advance their careers in a thriving and supportive environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Targa Resources, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the energy landscape. Our team is committed to excellence and seeks to innovate and lead in every project. With a focus on sustainable and efficient energy solutions, your role will help shape the future of energy.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you're looking for a full-time position or an internship, Targa Resources provides a platform for professional growth and development. Our diverse range of job opportunities in engineering, business development, and project management allows you to find the perfect match for your skills and career ambitions.

Innovate and Lead

Join a company where innovation is the status quo. At Targa Resources, we encourage our team to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the table. Leadership is cultivated at every level, and we provide the necessary tools and diversity training to ensure you can lead successfully, regardless of your role.

Develop Your Career

Targa Resources is deeply invested in the professional growth of our employees. With comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for advancement, we support your career journey from the start. Our leadership programs and professional development courses ensure that you have access to the best resources to succeed.

Be Part of Our Team

Our company culture is built on collaboration, respect, and a commitment to excellence. We value diversity and believe it enhances our team’s performance. Targa Resources is not just a company—it’s a community where you can build lasting relationships through networking and team collaboration.

Join Us

If you are driven, curious, and passionate about the energy industry, Targa Resources is the place for you. Explore our current openings and find out how your skills and interests align with our needs. We are actively hiring and looking forward to adding innovative and driven individuals to our team.

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Learn more about Targa Resources
Market Cap
$16.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.5 billion
Founded
2006
5 Year Trend
+20.4%
Revenue
$8.2 billion
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