Junior Project Finance Analyst

Scatec; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Junior Project Finance Analyst in Cape Town, South Africa. This role involves closing renewable energy project finance transactions, building complex financial models, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance or a related field and 1 to 5 years of experience in project finance within the renewable energy sector. The position offers a dynamic working environment and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Diverse team

Challenging and interesting position

Qualifications

• 1 - 5 years of specific experience in project finance financial modeling.
• Demonstrated success in closing renewable energy project finance transactions.
• Strong expertise in building complex project finance models.

Responsibilities

• Closing renewable energy project finance transactions.
• Building complex project finance models.
• Preparing presentations and documentation for project financing.

Skills

Project finance modeling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal 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 2007, 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.

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 initiates 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.