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Senior Project Finance Director- Large Energy Storage Projects
FluenceSan Francisco, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Jan 2024
About the role
About Fluence: Fluence Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader in energy storage products and services, and optimization software for renewables and storage. With a presence in over 47 markets globally, Fluence provides an ecosystem of offerings to drive the clean energy transition, including modular, scalable energy storage products, comprehensive service offerings, and the Fluence IQ Platform, which delivers AI-enabled SaaS products for managing and optimizing renewables and storage from any provider. Fluence is transforming the way we power our world by helping customers create more resilient and sustainable electric grids.For more information, visit our website, or follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. To stay up to date on the latest industry insights, sign up for Fluence's Full Potential Blog. OUR CULTURE AND VALUES
We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.
We are Leading Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.
We are Responsible Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
We are Agile We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.
We are Fun We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Finance Professional to join our team, with a focus on Large Scale Energy Storage Projects. The ideal candidate will have [8] + years of experience in project finance and a strong background Renewable Energy IPP Finance or Investment Banking. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, investors, and lenders to structure, negotiate and close financing transactions for Energy Storage Projects.
Fluence operates on a hybrid-model. This role will be requested to be in the office 2-3 times per week and within commuting distance to the office location.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
•Current knowledge of renewable energy markets and key drivers, including Financing structures (particularly Tax Equity) policies, technologies, dynamics in global markets for solar and storage.•Work with project deal teams to develop and execute financing strategies for Energy Storage projects.•Perform financial analysis and modelling to support project financing decisions.•Prepare financial presentations and materials for project financing transactions.•Review and analyze project contracts, financial statements, and other project documentation.•Monitor project performance and prepare regular financial reports for investors and lenders.•Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with external consultants, legal and technical advisors.•Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.•Support the development of project financing and risk management policies and procedures•Professional presence and strong communication skills•Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial office environment.•Lead financial modelling energy storage development opportunities.•Support structuring of Power Purchase Agreements with potential offtake customers.•Support project financing and M&A transactions with 3rd party investors, lenders and/or tax equity providers.•Collaborate effectively with the Development, Origination, EPC, and Interconnection teams.•Provide strategic financial and renewable energy market analysis as needed.•Develop and maintain relationships with investors and lenders, including negotiating financing terms and conditions.
We are guided by our passion to transform the way we power our world. Achieving our goals requires creativity, diversity of ideas and backgrounds, and building trust to effect change and move with speed.
We are Leading Fluence currently has thousands of MW of energy storage projects operated or awarded worldwide in addition to the thousands of MW of projects managed by our trading platform—and we are growing every day.
We are Responsible Fluence is defined by its unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
We are Agile We achieve our goals and meet our customer’s needs by cultivating curiosity, adaptability, and self-reflection in our teams.
We are Fun We value the diversity in thought and experience of our coworkers and customers. Through honest, forthcoming, and respectful communications we work to ensure that Fluence is an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Finance Professional to join our team, with a focus on Large Scale Energy Storage Projects. The ideal candidate will have [8] + years of experience in project finance and a strong background Renewable Energy IPP Finance or Investment Banking. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, investors, and lenders to structure, negotiate and close financing transactions for Energy Storage Projects.
Fluence operates on a hybrid-model. This role will be requested to be in the office 2-3 times per week and within commuting distance to the office location.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
•Current knowledge of renewable energy markets and key drivers, including Financing structures (particularly Tax Equity) policies, technologies, dynamics in global markets for solar and storage.•Work with project deal teams to develop and execute financing strategies for Energy Storage projects.•Perform financial analysis and modelling to support project financing decisions.•Prepare financial presentations and materials for project financing transactions.•Review and analyze project contracts, financial statements, and other project documentation.•Monitor project performance and prepare regular financial reports for investors and lenders.•Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with external consultants, legal and technical advisors.•Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.•Support the development of project financing and risk management policies and procedures•Professional presence and strong communication skills•Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial office environment.•Lead financial modelling energy storage development opportunities.•Support structuring of Power Purchase Agreements with potential offtake customers.•Support project financing and M&A transactions with 3rd party investors, lenders and/or tax equity providers.•Collaborate effectively with the Development, Origination, EPC, and Interconnection teams.•Provide strategic financial and renewable energy market analysis as needed.•Develop and maintain relationships with investors and lenders, including negotiating financing terms and conditions.
What does the ideal candidate bring to Fluence?
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field; MBA or Master's degree preferred
- 8+ years of experience in project finance, preferably in large scale renewable energy and construction projects
- Strong
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