Director/Senior Director, Capital Markets

Who We Are 
CleanCapital is a diversified clean energy company focused on the middle-market solar and storage industry. Mission-driven to mitigate the climate crisis, CleanCapital leads the energy transition with strategic investments in early-stage, new construction, and operating renewables projects and development partners. To date, the company has invested $1 billion in projects and companies, including the acquisition of BQ Energy, a national leader in landfill and brownfield renewable energy development. The company has successfully acquired and managed over 230 operating and new construction projects in 26 states and one U.S. territory, totaling 460 MW. 

Location of Position 
Ideally this position would be in our NYC office but can be a remote position for the right candidate, with the expectation that there would be frequent travel to NYC as needed. 

What We Offer 

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals 

• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture 

• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader 

• 100% paid for single and family benefits plus a 401k matching program 

• The range for this position is $178,500 - $241,500 plus an annual performance-based bonus 

Our Commitment to Diversity 
CleanCapital is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workforce reflective of our community while also valuing each persons’ unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CleanCapital does not discriminate against any individual’s race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or nationality and is committed to promoting a more just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions.  

Position Summary 
CleanCapital is seeking an individual to join its capital markets team as a Director or Senior Director (title commensurate with experience). The capital markets team is responsible for structuring and executing CleanCapital’s financing strategy, including sourcing tax equity, construction debt, and term debt (both bank and non-bank) for the Company’s portfolio of solar and storage assets, and sourcing and structuring corporate capital. This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer.  

Core Responsibilities 

Specific responsibilities include:  

• Direct marketing and origination efforts with potential financing partners 

• Independently develop confidential information memoranda and financial models with minimal oversight 

• Lead structuring, negotiation, and due diligence for financing transactions, including management of third-party consultants and attorneys  

• Provide tax equity and debt assumptions for project valuations 

• Lead internal evaluation of financing options to maximize returns and other strategic goals of the firm  

• Manage CleanCapital’s tax equity and debt financial models 

• Train/oversee junior team members on proper modeling of tax equity and debt transactions   

Education Requirements 

• BA/BS or equivalent in finance, business administration, economics, or a related field 

• MBA preferred 

Technical Skills and Experience 

• Minimum 7 years of experience in the following areas: 

• Investment banking, power generation, or electric utility industry in investment or business development related roles 

• Creation and modification of sophisticated Excel based models including financial statement models and valuations/LBO/DCF models. 

• Auditing of existing financial models to insure 100% accuracy of the assumptions and information 

• Supervise drafting of legal documentation from external counsel 

• Financial analysis, with experience creating and maintaining Excel models during the investment process 

• Researching and assessing investment considerations across a wide variety of asset classes and geographies 

• Significant experience in renewable energy project finance debt and tax equity, including demonstrable track record in closing project finance transactions. Experience in C&I, community solar, and/or DG solar and storage a plus. 

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioral Skills 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.