Environmental Finance Specialist

1 week ago


Denver, Colorado, United States U.S. Bank Full time

At U.S. Bank, we're committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. As a Business Development Associate in our Renewable Energy Finance team, you'll play a key role in helping us achieve this goal.

**Job Summary**

We're seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to assist in the marketing, acquisition, and initial underwriting of loans or tax equity investments that finance the installation of renewable energy properties across the country. As a Business Development Associate, you'll work closely with our team to cultivate internal and external relationships, provide clients with tailored solutions, and support various corporate and business line strategic initiatives.

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. Analyze and summarize developer-produced renewable investment proposals and models at the direction of Business Development Officers.

2. Communicate with internal partners and external customers to gather information and assist in the initial underwriting of renewable energy debt and tax equity opportunities.

3. Perform initial debt and tax equity modeling for the purpose of providing initial financing proposals.

4. Assist in the preparation of tax equity and/or debt term sheets that detail pricing proposals, structuring considerations, conditions to funding, and the allocation of transaction risks.

5. Facilitate the transition of originated investments to other internal teams.

6. Collect information and produce bi-weekly reports related to various aspects of the renewable energy pipeline, including deal prospects and credit delivery forecasting, fee estimates, and expense tracking.

7. Participate in the establishment of policies, procedures, and training necessary for accomplishing the group's tasks.

8. Work with internal partners in the selection and engagement of third-party professionals (attorneys, accountants, appraisers) in coordinating the drafting, collection, and review of documents and financial projections necessary to close financings.

9. On an as-needed basis, negotiate, structure, underwrite, and close equity or debt opportunities.

10. Demonstrate fluency in credit policy and best business practices.

11. Efficiently prioritize and complete a multitude of complex projects often on short timelines.

12. Participate in special projects as assigned.

13. Coordinate amongst underwriting, capital markets, derivatives, syndication, and other product partner teams in support of lead opportunity execution.

14. Willingness to travel to client-facing meetings on an as-needed basis.

**Requirements:**

Typically Bachelor's degree and six or more years of related experience.

OR

MBA/JD with three or more years of directly related experience.

**Preferred Skills/Experience:**

Basic understanding of tax credit programs.

Good knowledge of risk assessment and evaluating targeted returns from investments.

Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Ability to identify and resolve exceptions and to interpret data.

Proficient computer navigation skills using a variety of software packages, including Microsoft Office applications, financial spreadsheets, and customer relationship management systems.

Related experience includes financial services and/or commercial real estate activities.

U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance, the tax credit and community development division of U.S. Bank, believes all people have a right to the possibilities that come with living in a safe and vibrant community. The financing USBIF provides for affordable housing, economic development, and renewable energy projects have a lasting social and environmental impact in communities. Visit USBIF on the web to find out more.

**Location Expectations:**

The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

**Benefits:**

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security, and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location, or hours):

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

Basic term and optional term life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Pregnancy disability and parental leave

401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

Adoption assistance

Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

**EEO is the Law:**

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about the company's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal EEO poster.

**E-Verify:**

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution, and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $108,000 - $140,250.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures, including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

U.S. Bank accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis.



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