Senior Director, Power & Energy Investment Origination

Prudential Financial, Inc.; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company match

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Education benefit

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Prudential Financial, Inc. in Newark, NJ, is seeking an experienced Investment Professional to manage and originate investment transactions in power generation assets, including wind, solar and utilities. You will supervise a team, develop junior staff, and oversee senior debt and mezzanine investments.

A hybrid work arrangement is available, with travel as required. The role requires a track record in project finance, tax equity, and deal closure, plus strong communication and analytic skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in finance or related field.
• 10+ years in power project and utility finance, with emphasis on project finance structuring and tax equity structures.
• Track record of closing transactions from origination to closing.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for senior management.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Source new private placement senior debt and mezzanine investments (typically $25–$250+ million).
• Supervise and develop junior investment professionals.
• Manage a portfolio of power investments including projects, portfolios, utilities and cooperatives.
• Negotiate financing documents with lawyers; coordinate through closing.
• Build new deal flow with clients, sponsors, and intermediaries.

Skills

Presentation skills

Excellent communication

Analytical and investment skills

Relationship building

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field

MBA (preferred)

CFA designation (preferred)

Job description

Prudential Financial, Inc. in Newark, NJ, is seeking an experienced Investment Professional to manage and originate investment transactions in power generation assets, including wind, solar and utilities. You will supervise a team, develop junior staff, and oversee senior debt and mezzanine investments.

A hybrid work arrangement is available, with travel as required. The role requires a track record in project finance, tax equity, and deal closure, plus strong communication and analytic skills