What You Can Expect
The Acquisitions Investments and Financial Advisory (AIFA) team is a fast-paced group that is closely involved in major transactions and strategic initiatives undertaken by ENGIE. AIFA valuation methodologies are applicable to ENGIEs worldwide investments and are key to optimizing the allocation of capital across the Group. AIFA competencies in financial structuring and transaction execution are essential to secure the most competitive funding at projects level.
As a leader within the AIFA North America team you will report to Head of AIFA North America and you are responsible for the valuation and risk analysis of new projects (including oversight of financial models) the structuring and execution of M&A and project financing transactions and leading a talented team of financial professionals.
- Originate structure and execute project finance transactions enabling the development construction and operations of DG solar battery storage in the U.S. This will include loan facilities tax equity partnerships tax credit transfer transactions construction loans term loans and LoCs.
- Coordinate response to due diligence on individual or portfolio financings working closely with the development engineering and legal teams to respond to investor inquiries in a timely manner.
- Perform valuation and financial analysis for investments/divestments in compliance with AIFA methodologies and advise executive level committees on the economics financial viability and risk/reward of the proposal. Oversee or assist in providing the valuation parameters financials and financial risk analysis as required in the investment approval process.
- Actively support the commercial process by providing timely insights and advice on the economics and financials of commercial opportunities.
- Lead the financial structuring on new business development projects and recommend best financing strategy based on extensive experience of the current banking market capital markets Tax equity and other sources of funds.
- Structure negotiate and execute project financing Tax Equity and equity sell-down transactions in accordance with best practices of AIFA
- Actively build and manage the interactions with multiple external parties on a transaction such as lenders financial partners financial advisors tax and accounting advisors technical consultants lawyers and internal stakeholders to bring transactions to conclusion in challenging environments.
- Assist the project development team and assist in the negotiation of non-financing related major project agreements (Including but not limited to equipment supply agreements PPAs IAs EPC contracts and O&M agreements) ensuring the bankability of the project as a whole on a non or limited recourse basis.
- Manage a team of financial advisors and analysts in particular being responsible for the overall workload management proper resource allocation training development and support of all members of the team setting of annual objectives and performance review of direct reports and recruitment of new staff in the team.
What Youll Bring
- Bachelors degree in which you completed courses in Finance Economics Engineering or other related disciplines
- You have obtained or are working towards a professional qualification such as CFA CIMA ACA ACCA (or an equivalent)
- Minimum 10 (ten) years of relevant experience conducting energy industry M&A and project finance transactions at an investment bank private equity fund or strategic energy company.
- Broad power industry expertise including working in retail energy services renewables storage and / or generation markets.
- Experience leading tax equity project financing and M&A transactions in the Distributed Solar and Storage (DSS) energy sector. Strong understanding of all aspects of project finance and M&A processes experience in negotiating transaction documentation and exposure to structuring and closing transactions.
- Proven track record in financing Community Solar C&I Solar and BESS projects in the U.S. market.
- Established a network of investors lenders and financial partners in the renewable energy sector.
- Experience with valuation and analysis of complex investment structures specifically related to centralized or distributed renewables generation and storage projects
- Strong understanding of US electricity markets underlying fundamental drivers and merchant risks faced by renewables and storage projects
- Thorough understanding of accounting topics and tax structures
- Demonstrated analytical skills including proficient financial modelling. Ability to think strategically and to synthetize complex information
- Strong leadership qualities people management skills and ability to coach support and motivate team members
- Excellent negotiation and leadership skills with the ability to structure complex transactions. Presence and interpersonal credibility to manage key financial stakeholders banks financial institutions advisors internal stakeholders and partners
Additional Details
- This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy; 3 days working in office weekly
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies;
Compensation
Salary Range: $176900 $271170 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
ENGIE complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography experience education internal pay alignment or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical dental vision life insurance employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance ESPP generous paid time off including wellness days holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But thats not all were dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
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