Application Guide

How to Apply for Director, Growth & Strategy

at XENERGY

🏢 About XENERGY

XENERGY is reinventing nuclear power with a focus on safe, affordable, and carbon-free energy. Unlike traditional nuclear companies, XENERGY is pioneering advanced reactor designs and modular construction, positioning itself at the forefront of the clean energy transition. Working here means contributing to a mission-driven team that is tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time: decarbonizing the energy grid.

About This Role

As Director of Growth & Strategy, you will lead corporate development, including M&A, partnerships, and capital formation, while driving company-wide strategy. This role is critical to scaling XENERGY's impact, as you'll identify new business ventures and build the financial models that underpin high-stakes investment decisions. Your work will directly shape the company's growth trajectory and its ability to bring advanced nuclear to market.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with reviewing a financial model for a potential joint venture, then meeting with the CEO to discuss a partnership opportunity. Afternoon could involve preparing a board presentation on capital allocation strategy, followed by a call with a potential investor or technology partner. The role blends deep analytical work with high-stakes strategic conversations.

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🎯 Who XENERGY Is Looking For

  • A strategic finance leader with 15+ years of experience (or MBA + 3+ years in strategy/finance) who has led M&A or corporate development in energy, infrastructure, or industrial tech.
  • An Excel and PowerPoint expert who can build complex financial models for infrastructure investments and distill them into clear, compelling board-level presentations.
  • A cross-functional collaborator who can align senior leadership and the board around long-term strategy, with a track record of executing new business ventures.
  • Passionate about clean energy and nuclear innovation, with the ability to navigate regulatory and technical complexities in the energy sector.

📝 Tips for Applying to XENERGY

1

Quantify your M&A or partnership deal values in your resume (e.g., 'Led $50M acquisition of XYZ, resulting in 20% revenue growth').

2

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience in financial modeling for infrastructure projects to nuclear or energy assets.

3

Tailor your PowerPoint samples (if requested) to include a sample board deck on a growth opportunity for an energy company.

4

Research XENERGY's specific reactor technology (e.g., Xe-100) and mention how your strategy could accelerate its commercialization.

5

Highlight any experience with DOE or NRC regulatory processes, as nuclear projects require navigating federal funding and licensing.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Emphasize your experience in corporate development (M&A, partnerships) and how you've driven growth in a capital-intensive industry.", 'Showcase your financial modeling expertise, especially for long-term infrastructure investments with complex revenue streams.', "Demonstrate strategic thinking by referencing a specific challenge in advanced nuclear (e.g., cost reduction, site selection) and how you'd address it.", "Express genuine passion for nuclear energy as a climate solution, linking your career goals to XENERGY's mission."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read XENERGY's latest press releases and investor updates to understand their commercialization milestones and funding rounds.
  • → Study the Xe-100 reactor technology and its competitive advantages (e.g., passive safety, scalability) versus other SMR designs.
  • → Review DOE programs like the Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program (ARDP) and how XENERGY has participated.
  • → Analyze the competitive landscape: companies like NuScale, TerraPower, and Oklo. Understand XENERGY's positioning.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk through a past M&A deal or strategic partnership you led: how you identified the target, structured the deal, and measured success.
2 How would you evaluate a potential investment in a new nuclear reactor site? Walk through key financial and strategic factors.
3 Describe a time you built buy-in from senior leadership or a board for a major strategic initiative.
4 How do you stay current on energy policy and nuclear regulation, and how would that inform your strategy at XENERGY?
5 Given XENERGY's focus on modular reactors, what growth strategies would you prioritize: licensing, partnerships, or vertical integration?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Avoid generic statements about 'passion for clean energy' without tying them to nuclear specifics or XENERGY's technology.
  • Don't overemphasize traditional finance roles without showing how your skills apply to project finance or energy infrastructure.
  • Never neglect the strategic aspect—candidates who only pitch financial analysis without a vision for growth will seem one-dimensional.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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