Support origination of Project Finance transactions across various markets; manage & develop a relationship with clients, lenders, advisors, etc.
Good understanding of Project Finance sectors (energy, TMT, infrastructure, etc); understanding of international financial markets.
Experience in the origination and execution (from the origination to financial closing) of Project Finance deals including among others: financial structuring, financial modelling, managing Due Diligence process, financing documentation, credit analysis, etc. taking on and handling projects autonomously.
Financial modelling skills, understanding of accounting, tax and legal concepts related to Project Finance deals, financial statements analysis, cash flow analysis, derivatives instruments related to Project Finance deals, etc.
Ability to understand, produce and negotiate complex project finance documentation (term sheets, commitment letters, credit agreements and others) and different type of complex financing structures.
Credit/risk analysis skills; experience in preparing credit papers and reports and negotiating and dealing with Credit Risk teams.
Strong presentation skills, both orally and in writing; preparation of materials and presentations for client pitches.
Ability to work in a team structure and dealing with different internal areas (client relationship, global markets, risk and legal departments, advisory, etc).
Ability to coordinate and negotiate with clients, lenders, advisors, etc.

At least +4-5 years of relevant business experience in project finance or a comparable background in investment banking or construction energy firms related to project finance.
Outstanding and proven track record as project finance professional, preferably in energy, infrastructure, TMT, etc.
Ideally having been actively involved in winning and executing large scale lead arranging and bookrunning positions of project finance mandates and/or project finance advisory mandates.
Business School/University degree in economics or business administration, finance or related field.
Fluent in English.
Spanish and/or German would be a plus.
Formal credit training a strong plus.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work in a team environment and under tight deadlines.
Strong excel and power-point necessary; proficient in all Microsoft Office Tools.

Project Finance Originator – Associate

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