Junior Project Finance Analyst

Scatec Solar; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking a Junior Project Finance Analyst in Cape Town, South Africa. The role involves closing renewable energy project finance transactions and building complex financial models. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance or related fields, with 1-5 years of experience in project finance, especially within the renewable energy sector. The position comes with a diverse and international team, ambitious goals, and the chance to make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Diverse international team

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of proven experience in project finance in renewable energy.
• Hands-on experience with non-recourse debt sizing tools and structured finance models.
• Experience with power purchase agreements (PPAs) and financial documentation.

Responsibilities

• Closing renewable energy project finance transactions.
• Building complex and integrated project finance models.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders for project financing.

Skills

Project finance financial modeling

Closing renewable energy transactions

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally?

Since the establishment in ****, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions.

Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value.

We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Junior Project Finance Analyst in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future.

As the Junior Project Finance Analyst, you will have a proven track record in renewable energy project finance, with a strong focus on debt financial modelling and transaction closing.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on complex renewable energy projects, supporting the development and financing of solar, wind, and storage assets.

Main responsibilities

• Closing renewable energy project finance transaction (solar, wind, storage, or similar)
• Building complex, fully integrated project finance models
• Modeling project finance non-recourse debt sizing tools, equity waterfall, structured finance tools, etc.
• Exposure to power purchase agreements (PPAs), EPC/O&M contracts, and financial documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including lenders, investors, and legal advisors, to facilitate project financing
• Prepare presentations, reports, and documentation to support project financing and stakeholder engagement
• Contribute to the due diligence process and assist in negotiations related to project finance agreements

Qualifications and competencies

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
• 1 – 5 years of specific, proven experience in project finance financial modeling within the renewable energy sector
• Demonstrated success in closing renewable energy project finance transactions (solar, wind, storage, or similar)
• Strong expertise in building complex, fully integrated project finance models
• Hands‑on experience with project finance non-recourse debt sizing tools, equity waterfalls, and structured finance models
• Exposure to power purchase agreements (PPAs), EPC/O&M contracts, and relevant financial documentation
• Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Experience working with international or multilateral project financing organizations

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are: Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way; Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro‑activeness, can prioritise and work independently; Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiatives and adjust; Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can‑do attitude.

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry.

We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.