Director of Capital Markets and Project Finance
Job description
We are seeking a senior capital markets and project finance leader. This role will be accountable for structuring the capital design of the assets the Company is building, including: senior construction and permanent debt, tax equity, mezz and Holdco facilities, and equipment facilities. In coordination with senior leadership, the Director will be responsible for designing the capital needs, evaluating structures and running comparative scenarios, marketing and pitching the needs to the capital markets, managing all phases of negotiations, closing transactions, and closely coordinating with the team to ensure appropriate staffing and ultimate success of the facilities. The Director will further be very closely tied in with the short and long term capital design of the business along with the rest of the leadership team.
This role is for an experienced renewable energy professional. Ideal candidates will have significant experience with a variety of capital structures, strong relationships in the capital markets, and a sharp understanding of renewable energy finance. Experience with distributed projects and community solar is a major plus. The Director will be accountable, personable, relationship driven, sharply attuned to detail and execution, self driven, and a complete team player.
Key responsibilities:
Evaluate capital needs of the business.
Design and map work plans to market and shape the business needs.
Prepare marketing materials and CIM production, and oversee modeling with support of analyst and associate bench.
Pitch and roadshow the placements.
Run selection process and term sheet negotiation. Adept at racking and stacking options and solutions, eye towards quantitative results and structural solutions for business health.
Coordinate with portfolio managers as to project timing, diligence, key features of the assets and markets.
Manage term sheet negotiations, coordinate legal and 3rd party resources, drive execution documentation.
Translate results, risks, and decisions for executive review.
Coordinate with team around resourcing and deal support.
Lead facility management efforts, ensure proper staffing and oversight of compliance, draws, term outs, other ongoing features.
Closely coordinate with other execution team members, EPC resources, and asset management.
Collaborate closely with the capital markets, foster relationships and be on the cutting edge of industry trends.
Uphold the Company’s values, maintain humility and excellence in all aspects. Must be a team player, easy to get along with, creative, and extremely accountable. This is a big job.
Qualifications:
10-15+ years experience in renewable energy project finance and capital markets.
Deep experience in debt and tax equity design.
Experience in DG or community solar a major plus.
Modeling excellence, though the resource will be supported with analytical staff.
Ability to thrive in fast paced environment.
Maturity, leadership, strong relationships in the industry.
Exceptional analytical skills, with a history of managing financial, technical, and contractual aspects of execution.
Quick to adapt and eager to grow within a thriving, fast-paced environment.
Well-organized, vigilant, and competent in juggling multiple deals.
Proficient in working under pressure, adhering to deadlines, and embracing additional responsibilities proactively.
Outstanding communication abilities, both written and verbal.
Collaborative spirit, a good sense of humor, and a driven, mission-oriented approach.
Employment:
Full time salaried position with competitive compensation (base & bonus).
Equity compensation.
Participation in 401(k), company Defined Benefit Plan, and company provided health insurance