Director of International Business Development
US$208,000 / yr base salary
Posted 14 Aug 2026
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- Expected experience
- 15+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
| Base salary | US$208,000 / yr |
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Field of studyBusiness, Engineering, Finance, International Relations (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsMaster of Business Administration
TerraPower is seeking a Director of International Business Development to lead the identification, development, and advancement of international market opportunities for the Natrium reactor and energy system. This individual will report to the Senior Vice President, Business Development and Strategy, and will be a key driver of TerraPower's global growth strategy. They will be charged with building relationships withutilities, industrial partners, financial institutions, and large load customers at all levels, and translating those relationships into structured commercial pathways toward deployment.
This is a high-visibility role requiring a rare combination of team leadership, high-level business development instincts, advanced financial and commercial structuring expertise, and cross-cultural fluency. The ideal candidate can navigate complex government and regulatory environments, structure bankable project frameworks, and build long-term trust with international partners in a highly technical, capital-intensive industry.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership
- This role is responsible for backing up the SVP of Business Development as needed in critical internal and external business efforts.
- As function grows, this role may be tasked with building, developing and retaining critical international business development professionals.
Market Development & Strategy
- Identify, prioritize, and develop international markets for Natrium deployment based on energy policy, demand growth, regulatory readiness, and strategic fit
- Build and maintain relationships with national utilities, state-owned enterprises, and industrial off-takers
- Independently represent TerraPower at international conferences, government meetings, trade missions, and industry forums
- Monitor geopolitical, regulatory, and competitive developments affecting international nuclear markets
Commercial & Financial Structuring
- Lead the structuring of commercial frameworks for international projects, including EPC arrangements, ownership models, offtake agreements, and risk allocation structures
- Work closely with TerraPower departments to develop financing strategies incorporating export credit agencies (e.g., EXIM, USTDA), multilateral development banks, sovereign guarantees, and private capital
- Support development of bankable project economics and term sheets in coordination with business, legal, finance, engineering and other teams
- Structure and negotiate MOUs, teaming agreements, joint development agreements, and early-stage commercial contracts
Deployment Pathway Management
- Serve as the internal and external point of coordination driving international opportunities from early engagement through feasibility, site selection, licensing pathway alignment, and toward final investment decision