Head of Capital Raising

Redstone Search Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in nature restoration is seeking a Head of Capital Raising. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead efforts to secure investments for projects focused on sustainability, requiring significant expertise in corporate finance and proven negotiation skills. The position demands a strong passion for environmental stewardship and the ability to engage institutional investors effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of securing investment deals in related sectors.
• Expertise in deal structuring and investment vehicles.
• Passion for sustainability and nature restoration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive capital-raising strategy.
• Lead deal structuring and negotiation with investors.
• Build relationships with institutional investors and corporate sustainability leaders.

Skills

Corporate finance

Infrastructure finance

Investment banking

Sustainable finance

Negotiation

Communication

Deal structuring

Financial modelling

Sustainability

ESG investing

Education

5-10 years of experience in relevant fields

Job description

As Head of Capital Raising, you will lead Great Yellow’s efforts to secure investment for our nature restoration projects. Your primary focus will be developing and executing our capital-raising strategy, building relationships with institutional investors and corporate sustainability leaders, and working closely with our CEO, team, and advisors to open new doors and drive investment into our Natural Capital Companies (NCCs).

This is a high-impact, revenue-generating role that requires a deep understanding ofnatural capital markets, corporate finance, and infrastructure investment structures. You will work closely with our NCC, Trading, and Platform teams to align investor needs with our pipeline of nature-based solutions.

KeyResponsibilities

Capital Raising Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensivecapital-raising strategyto attract institutional investors and financial institutions to Great Yellow’s NCCs and nature restoration projects.
• Leaddeal structuring and negotiationwith investors, ensuring financial terms align with both commercial and environmental objectives.
• Work closely with our CEO and leadership team tosecure funding commitmentsfrom strategic capital partners, aligning investor needs with our long-term business objectives.
• Identify and developnew revenue streams for Great Yellowby structuring financial products that link investors and nature-based projects.
• Support strategic decisionson capital deployment models, such as direct investment into nature restoration programs versus fund structures aligned with GY's long term business objectives.
• Lay the foundations for a future Capital Raising team as Great Yellow grows.

Investor Engagement

• Build relationships and expand partnerships with investment funds, institutional investors, and corporate sustainability leaders
• Build confidence in NCCs as an investable asset class by educating investors andnavigating regulatory, financial, and ESG considerations.
• Develop and deliver compelling investorpitches, presentations, and impact reportsthat drive capital commitments.
• Lead or support investor due diligence, ensuring transparent communication and alignment with financial and sustainability goals.

Scaling Investment into Nature Restoration

• Collaborate with the Trading team to integrate NCCs into broader natural capital markets, helping to scale investment mechanisms.
• Stay ahead ofmarket trends, regulatory shifts, and investor expectations, adapting our capital raising strategy accordingly.
• Represent Great Yellow atindustry conferences, investor forums, and policy discussions, building our profile as a leader in nature-based finance.

AboutYou

• 5-10 years of experience incorporate finance, infrastructure finance, investment banking, or sustainable finance.
• Proven track record ofsecuring investment dealsin real estate, infrastructure, natural capital, impact investing, or related sectors.
• Expertise indeal structuring, investment vehicles, and financial modelling.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to engage investors and drivehigh-value, long-term partnerships.
• Passion for sustainability and nature restoration, with an understanding ofcarbon markets, biodiversity finance, and ESG investing.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, adaptability, and enthusiasm for building something new.