Director of Renewable Energy Finance

2 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Tapio Full time
Director of Structured Finance

Tapio is a rapidly expanding leader in the renewable energy sector, dedicated to delivering large-scale projects that drive sustainability. Our Structured Finance team is essential in securing the capital needed to fuel ambitious growth, with a focus on innovative financing solutions for utility-scale renewable initiatives.

The Role

The Director of Structured Finance will be responsible for leading efforts to secure external funding, particularly through tax equity investments. This role will oversee the end-to-end process of deal origination, structuring, negotiation, and closing, ensuring that the financial aspects of renewable energy projects are successfully managed. The position involves working closely with both internal teams and external partners to drive optimal financial outcomes and support the company's continued growth in the sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead relationships with tax equity investors and manage financing negotiations.
  • Develop and execute financing strategies to maximize project returns.
  • Oversee structuring, due diligence, and deal closure for tax equity financing.
  • Mentor junior staff and enhance team efficiency through process improvements.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives to support the company's expansion.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience with tax equity financing in the U.S. renewable energy market.
  • 12+ years of experience in finance, with a focus on renewable energy project financing.
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field (MBA preferred).
  • Strong understanding of renewable project economics.
  • Expertise in tax equity deal structures and negotiations.
  • Proven track record of building relationships with tax equity investors and closing deals.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and strategic thinking skills.


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