Supporting the transaction lead in progressing transactions from origination to Financial Close
Building, running and amending project financial models
Maintain regional specific financial models and processes used by regional development teams to make investment decisions
Preparing internal and external facing presentations, including investment committee materials, deal teasers, information memorandum
Supporting negotiations with financing parties and investors
Reviewing and providing inputs for financial and transaction documentation (e.g. Facility Agreements, Share Purchase Agreements)
Coordination and management of due diligence processes, including management of advisers
Developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with other functional teams within LSbp, as well as financing institutions and investors
Have a good understanding of power markets, engineering implications, tax, accounting and project financing in all our operational jurisdictions
Review investment papers and financial models prepared by regional development teams
Collaborate with regional development teams to assess investment opportunities
Collaborate with regional development teams to ensure bankable solutions (including but not limited to modelling of different offtake structures and government support mechanisms such as the Capacity Investment Scheme in Australia), whilst highlighting key deal issues and areas of exposure

2-to-3 years of relevant experience with a lender, investor or adviser active in the infrastructure and energy finance space, or with an IPP/vertically integrated developer.
Strong understanding of project finance principles and experience in the development and use of project finance financial models.
Prior experience in financial modelling within a Big 4 Accounting firm desired.
Interest and passion for the energy sector, especially renewable energy and storage
Advanced corporate finance knowledge and experience of M&A processes
Understanding of various financial and risk management products

Associate, Structured Finance

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