James Christou
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Credentials
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Baseline Security Clearence
Department of Defence of AustraliaSep, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Admitted to practise as a Barrister and Solicitor
The Supreme Court of South AustraliaFeb, 2014- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Akera
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Australia
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Jun 2021 - Present
We provide utilities connection, project management, procurement, bidding and commercial management expertise. We provide utilities connection, project management, procurement, bidding and commercial management expertise.
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Enerven
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Australia
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Construction
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100 - 200 Employee
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Bid/Business Development Manager
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May 2018 - Jul 2021
I am responsible for identifying and transacting opportunities for Enerven across the energy infrastructure and renewables industries. The breadth of this role will include supporting the business development, commercial and estimating teams to deliver high quality bids for projects within the existing pipeline and undertaking strategic positioning for grow opportunities. Key responsibilities include:• Management of tender responses in accordance with Enerven policies and procedures including the development of bid and estimating strategies for each project.• Reviewing RFT documents to ensure specifications and submission requirements are clearly understood.• Leading tender “kick-off” meetings and follow up meetings, as appropriate.• Working with internal and external subject matter experts to write responses clearly articulating Enerven’s value proposition.• Leading internal bid governance and project handover processes.• Ensuring the basis of estimates and program align to client expectations.• Managing customer relationships throughout the tender process and ensuring a strong professional relationship is developed and maintained.• Preparation of presentation materials for tender presentations.
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Bid and Connections Manager - Zero Cost Energy Future program
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May 2018 - Jan 2020
• Responsible for the development of over 35 project RFP under a Incentivised target cost with pain/gain share contract. Services were for design, procurement, construction and commissioning of approximately 154MW of roof and ground mount solar panels and 34MWh of storage.• Responsible for providing advice to SA Water regarding the process and cost to connect solar generation to 7 existing substations.
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ElectraNet Pty Ltd
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Australia
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Utilities
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300 - 400 Employee
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Corporate Development Manager
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Sep 2016 - Apr 2018
My principal function was to leading ElectraNet’s Non-regulated Corporate Development team focusing on identifying and transacting (Build, Own, Operate and Maintain) capital projects in the Renewable and Mining, Oil and Gas sectors. Achievements: • Responsible for creating and managing ElectraNet’s opportunity pipeline in excess of $2 billion, from identification of opportunities through to the operations phase. • Negotiating capital projects totaling in excess of $65 million. • Developed strategic relationships with C-suite and senior management level staff at many of the key energy developers, including AGL, Origin Energy, Nexif Energy, Reach Solar Energy. Responsibilities included: • Proposal generation through to transaction closing life cycle and act as a point of contact for transaction inquiries; • Maintenance of market and industry intelligence through industry and other stakeholder contacts and keep the broader team and Executive informed about development opportunities and industry trends; • Provide advice and support in the commercial, legal and financial structuring of bids for new business opportunities • Ensure ElectraNet meets its contractual obligations for each customer, monitor the customers’ obligations and take action if issues are identified; • Contribute to the development of key internal documents, including opportunity strategies, due diligence reports, investment proposals, Executive briefings and Board papers etc.; • Prepare relevant materials for potential customers, including presentations and offer documentation etc.; • Ensure all corporate requirements and business processes such as corporate reporting are completed to meet expected timelines and quality standards; • Contribute to the development and implementation of process improvement initiatives within Corporate Development;
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EY
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Tax Consultant
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Mar 2014 - Sep 2016
James is a part of the Corporate Tax Team. He demonstrates a working knowledge of tax law and tax preparation procedures to provide clients with tax advice and assist with the tax compliance requirements. James is a part of the Corporate Tax Team. He demonstrates a working knowledge of tax law and tax preparation procedures to provide clients with tax advice and assist with the tax compliance requirements.
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Finance and Contract Administrator
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Jul 2013 - Oct 2013
Provided administrative and financial assistance to the Group Accountant, including: accounts payable, account receivable, payment of superannuation, filling, management of contracts. Provided administrative and financial assistance to the Group Accountant, including: accounts payable, account receivable, payment of superannuation, filling, management of contracts.
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Lawyer (Placement)
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Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
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EY
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United Kingdom
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Vacationer
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Nov 2012 - Nov 2012
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Education
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Flinders University
Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (LLB/LP) -
Flinders University
Bachelor of Business, Entrepreneurship