Project Finance Solar PV Specialist, Zug, Switzerland

My client is a global manufacturer of high quality thin film modules and developer of solar power projects. They have seen significant success across the America and Europe and are currently looking for an project finance candidate to bring on board to help with the aggressive growth plans they have in the European market.

Position Overview:

My client is looking for a strong project finance candidate who has experience on the debt and/or equity side. You will help with the development of relationships with both debt and equity providers and will be active in analyzing project finance models to optimize project capitalization. This is a great opportunity for a junior project finance candidate to make the move into a more senior position in a successful, international organization.

Responsibilities:

• ·         provide support to the sales and project development teams in identifying, developing and constructing solar PV projects.
• ·         Make regular reports to the VP of project finance and development
• ·         Will advise on developed projects and aid in securing debt or equity financing
• ·         Analyze project costs, projections, budgets and economic returns
• ·         Develop and execute creative financing solutions to facilitate successful financings developed projects worldwide.
• ·         Negotiate at a senior level with potential lenders
• ·         Prepare all necessary documentation
• ·         Liaise internally with legal specialists in order to work within relevant laws and regulations

Core Requirements:

• ·         At least 4-6 years’ experience working in conventional or renewable energy debt and/or equity project financing
• ·         Must have experience in financial analysis
• ·         Background in financial engineering or a similar discipline educated to BSC or MSC
• ·         Must have a proven track record in structuring finance models and executing them
• ·         Fluency in English
• ·         Significant experience in structured financing of large renewable energy projects in the Euro Zone would be a big advantage
• ·         Autonomous, knowledgeable and able to come up with realistic solutions for any problems that arise
• ·         Proven track record assessing loans and securities

General Requirements:

• ·         Good IT skills (Word and Excel)
• ·         Be willing to relocate and work in Switzerland

Keywords: Solar, PV, Photovoltaic, financial analysis, Switzerland, project finance, debt, equity

For more information please send a Word copy of your CV to the Environmental team on jobs@viridiumassociates.com, call us on 00 44 203 005 5560, or visit www.viridiumassociates.com.  No PDFs please.