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Job summary
An energy infrastructure firm in Johannesburg seeks a Finance Director to oversee financial strategy and manage capital raising for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate finance, particularly in the oil & gas industry, and strong leadership skills to drive complex financing structures effectively.
Qualifications
- 10+ years' experience in corporate finance or investment banking.
- At least 5 years in oil & gas or infrastructure finance.
- Proven track record in raising capital and structuring deals.
Responsibilities
- Oversee financial planning, project funding, and investment structuring.
- Lead project finance transactions and investor relations.
- Manage financial risk, compliance, and reporting.
Skills
Education
Amara Energy Company is seeking a highly skilled Finance Director with a strong background in corporate finance, investment banking, and the oil & gas industry. The ideal candidate will lead the company's financial strategy for large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
- Oversee financial planning, project funding, and investment structuring for major energy projects.
- Lead project finance transactions, debt and equity arrangements, and investor relations.
- Manage financial risk, compliance, and reporting across the group and project SPVs.
- Collaborate with development, legal, and technical teams to ensure bankability and investor confidence.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; CFA, CA, or MBA preferred.
- 10+ years' experience in corporate finance or investment banking, with at least 5 years in oil & gas or infrastructure finance
- Proven track record in raising capital, structuring deals, and managing complex financial models.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
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