Project Finance Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Croatia.

📋 Description

• Identify and cultivate optimal financing solutions for Enlight's renewable energy initiatives across Europe.

• Establish and sustain relationships with banks, institutional investors, and other financing partners.

• Lead financing negotiations to secure advantageous commercial and financial terms.

• Oversee project and corporate financing transactions, including the negotiation of finance documentation primarily based on LMA standards.

• Coordinate due diligence and Conditions Precedent (CPs), while supporting the closing process.

• Develop and track comprehensive financing timelines and Gantt charts in collaboration with project managers.

• Work alongside cross-functional teams to align workstreams necessary for financing execution.

• Create, maintain, and analyze intricate financial models, encompassing financial feasibility assessments and investment analyses.

• Assist in business development through financial modeling, transaction evaluation, and economic analysis.

• Prepare financial forecasts, management presentations, and analyses to inform strategic and business decisions.

• Support debt ratings, risk management, and hedging activities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance from an accredited university – required.

• A Master’s degree – considered an advantage.

• A minimum of 7–8 years of practical experience in Project Finance – required.

• Previous experience in project finance, debt advisory, transaction services (Big 4 or consulting firm), or a project finance position within a corporate setting – required.

• Experience within the renewable energy sector – considered an advantage.

• Advanced Excel proficiency – required.

• Proficiency in VBA – considered an advantage.

• Exceptional English communication skills, both verbal and written – required.

• Strong capabilities in financial modeling, analysis, and transaction execution.

• Ability to lead intricate processes, manage various stakeholders, and work efficiently across teams.

• Highly motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented, possessing excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.

• Involvement in impactful renewable energy projects that contribute to sustainability.