Project Finance Senior Manager (mwd)

Terra One Climate Solutions GmbH; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A growing energy solutions company in Berlin seeks a Project Finance Manager to lead debt financing from start to finish. Responsibilities include model building, due diligence coordination, and negotiation of term sheets. Candidates should have at least 5 years in project finance, strong Excel skills, and professional-level German. Benefits include competitive salary, remote working opportunities, and a modern office environment.

Leistungen

Competitive salary

Opportunity to work remotely

Modern office with rooftop terrace

Free snacks and drinks

Qualifikationen

• Experience in closed non-recourse transactions in Germany or EU.
• Familiarity with intercreditor and security structures.
• Ability to manage multiple financing processes in parallel.

Aufgaben

• Lead debt financing processes from lender outreach to financial close.
• Build and maintain project finance models.
• Coordinate due diligence across technical and legal workstreams.

Kenntnisse

Project finance expertise

Debt financing negotiation

Excel modelling skills

Knowledge of PPA constructs

Professional German (C1/C2)

Ausbildung

5+ years in project finance for energy

Jobbeschreibung

About Us :

Welcome to Terra One an exciting-fast growing company focused on developing and operating large-scale battery storage systems in Germany. With a focus on innovation and sustainability our company is driving forward the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure in order to make a significant contribution to achieving climate neutrality.

Our Mission :

At Terra One we accelerate the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure by developing and implementing innovative solutions. Our initial focus is on battery storage a crucial component for establishing a flexible and environmentally friendly power grid. By providing energy when it is most needed we help improve the reliability and efficiency of the power grid while simultaneously reducing CO2 emissions. Equally important to our mission is our AI-based energy trading in the European market which works hand in hand with our battery storage solutions.

Our Team :

The Corporate Finance team is responsible for capital structuring and transaction execution across Terra Ones battery storage portfolio. Scope includes project finance (senior debt mezzanine) HoldCo financing M&A and corporate liquidity. We work end-to-end with Development EPC Trading / Optimization and Legal to turn projects into bankable assets structure scalable financing platforms and support strategic acquisitions.

Career Opportunity :

We’re expanding our Corporate Finance capacity to support a growing pipeline. We are looking to strengthen our team with a Project Finance Manager (m / f / d) who will lead debt financing processes end to end from term sheet negotiations coordination of due diligence workstreams to financial close - while building scalable processes for a growing pipeline in Germany and select EU markets. If you’re ready to join our team and make an impact in the energy transition we would be happy to receive your application. We look forward to hearing from you and shaping the future of energy together.

Your Tasks :

Lead debt financing processes from lender outreach / mandate and term sheet negotiation to documentation and financial close.

Build and maintain project finance models with lender and sponsor cases (IRR / NPV DSCR LLCR gearing covenants).

Coordinate due diligence across technical legal insurance and other workstreams; manage data rooms Q&A and red-flag resolution to CP satisfaction.

Drive documentation: facilities agreement intercreditor security package direct agreements and hedging documentation; align commercial terms with EPC / O&M warranties LDs.

Prepare credit and IC materials manage approvals and hand over cleanly to Asset Management with covenant and reporting requirements embedded.

What we expect from you :

You run multiple financing processes in parallel and communicate timelines risks and decisions clearly to internal stakeholders and lenders.

You convert technical and commercial inputs into bankable structures and explain the implications for leverage covenants and pricing in a concise decision-oriented way.

You challenge assumptions constructively document your rationale and maintain audit-ready models trackers and data rooms.

You collaborate effectively with Development EPC Trading & Optimization Legal and external advisors to resolve red flags and close on schedule.

You exercise sound judgment on disclosure representations and warranties and covenant packages keeping long-term asset performance and compliance in view.

Qualifications :

58 years in project finance for energy or infrastructure (bank developer / IPP fund or advisory) with closed non-recourse transactions in Germany or the EU.

Proven experience negotiating term sheets and leading diligence through documentation and CPs to financial close; familiarity with intercreditor and security structures.

Advanced Excel project-finance modelling skills (sponsor / lender cases DSCR / LLCR analysis structured sensitivities).

Working knowledge of merchant and fixed revenue stacks and how they translate into lender and hedge requirements.

Familiarity with hedging / PPA constructs insurance requirements direct agreements and model audit practices.

Professional German (C1 / C2) is required and familiarity with German regulation and corporate law is required (financing / documentation practice security / perfection notarial aspects as applicable).

BESS exposure (augmentation warranties performance guarantees) is a strong plus.

Benefits :

Responsibility and the opportunity to grow in a rapidly expanding company.

Modern office with a rooftop terrace and in-house chef.

Snacks & drinks for free.

A young international and ambitious team.

Competitive salary.

Opportunity to work remotely.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement :

At Terra One we value diversity and firmly believe that different perspectives drive innovation. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual regardless of gender ethnicity religion belief age sexual identity and orientation or ability can thrive. We are committed to an open corporate culture characterized by respect and mutual appreciation. Our goal is to create a work environment that is accessible and inclusive for everyone. We look forward to meeting you and working together to create a sustainable future.