Associate Director - Renewables (105740)

Energy Vault; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure advisory seeks a high-caliber Associate Director to lead client engagements, manage project teams, and drive business development in the Net Zero and Renewables sectors. This role offers an opportunity for progression to Director based on performance and requires a deep understanding of infrastructure projects and financial modeling.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with infrastructure projects, especially PPPs/PFIs.
• Strong report writing and business case development skills.
• Financial qualifications (ACA, CFA or equivalent) essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading delivery of client engagements and maintaining client relationships.
• Providing financial and commercial advice while developing sector-specific market intelligence.
• Managing internal and external project teams and identifying client needs.

Skills

Financial qualification

Client-facing experience

Infrastructure projects

Renewable energy knowledge

Financial modeling

Report writing

Problem-solving

Stakeholder presentation

Education

ACA, CFA or equivalent

Job description

KPMG UK’s Infrastructure Advisory Group (IAG) is a team of roughly 400 professionals, recognized as a leading independent financial and commercial adviser in the infrastructure sector. IAG has locations in London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Leeds, and Manchester, operating on a national basis.

IAG provides advice on strategic, financial, regulatory, and commercial issues related to infrastructure investments in the UK and internationally. This includes strategic advice to companies and investors, developing business cases with the public sector, and facilitating negotiations between public and private sectors. We also collaborate with other KPMG functions on mergers and acquisitions, valuations, tax, accounting, and due diligence.

Social infrastructure is a key focus, covering real estate (healthcare, housing, education) and decentralized energy sectors. Our work includes the development of new infrastructure and the retrofitting and decarbonization of existing environments.

Our services span the entire infrastructure project lifecycle, from feasibility assessments and business case development to financing, procurement, and dispute resolution.

As our business expands rapidly, we seek a high-caliber candidate to support current projects and grow our presence in Net Zero and Renewables sectors.

The Role

The Associate Director is a senior team member responsible for leading client engagements and business development, with potential progression to Director based on performance.

• Leading delivery of client engagements;
• Building and maintaining client relationships;
• Providing financial and commercial advice;
• Managing internal and external project teams;
• Identifying client needs and proposing solutions;
• Producing high-quality documentation and presentations;
• Developing and reviewing financial models;
• Leading business development initiatives;
• Developing sector-specific market intelligence;
• Leveraging industry networks for opportunities;
• Managing engagement risks and compliance;
• Mentoring junior team members;
• Performing other duties as appropriate.

  The Person

  • Financial qualification (ACA, CFA, or equivalent);
  • Experience in client and market-facing roles;
  • Significant experience with infrastructure projects, especially PPPs/PFIs;
  • Knowledge of renewable energy and Net Zero asset classes;
  • Understanding of financing structures and commercial considerations;
  • Strong report writing and business case development skills;
  • Proficiency in financial modeling and interpretation;
  • Comfortable presenting to stakeholders;
  • Independent thinker with problem-solving skills;
  • Proven ability to generate and convert opportunities;
  • Strong sector network and brand presence;
  • Positive attitude and drive to succeed.