Capital Markets Manager or Associate

Origis Energy•New York, NY

8h•$130,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Origis Energy is accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future by Reimagining ZeroSM. As one of America’s leading renewable energy and decarbonization solution platforms, the company continues to expand and reimagine its contribution to the world’s net-zero goals. Origis Energy puts customers first to deploy a wide range of sustainable solutions for grid power generation, performance optimization, and long-term operation of solar and energy storage plants across the U.S. Founded in 2008, Origis Energy is headquartered in Miami, FL. The Origis team, regarded as one of the leading developers in the U.S., is committed to living five core values in all interactions both with each other and external stakeholders: Solve for Tomorrow. A role with Origis Energy puts you at the forefront of the transition to clean energy. Are you ready to bring new ideas? Do you exist to find solutions? That’s how we revolutionize energy and build a carbon-free future - through unmatched service and relentless innovation. Rise Together. To succeed here, you’ll collaborate with others and work as one team, across various teams including solar and energy storage development, financing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) and operations, maintenance and asset management. Are you open to diverse perspectives and prepared to work seamlessly across disciplines to reach our collective goals? Perform at Peak. We’re seeking team members who bring authentic energy and passion to every task. How can you use your natural strengths, genuine optimism and intelligence to make your greatest contributions to Origis? Inspire & Grow. The Origis team is comprised of knowledgeable, passionate solar and energy storage experts who bring deep expertise and solution-driven thinking to clients. A successful Origis team member encourages others and sets a high bar for growth. We have a culture of continuous improvement because each team member takes the role of both learner and mentor. Be Resilient. The spirit in which we tackle the energy challenges and objectives of our clients means we consistently stretch for the extra mile. We all take initiative and remain adaptable, overcoming obstacles by prioritizing respect. Position Description The Capital Markets Manager or Associate is responsible for the day-to-day management of all aspects of execution under the leadership of a Deal Lead (Director or Senior Director) or working directly with the SVP of Capital Markets. The position will focus on assigned projects and / or Corporate Facilities, and the Manager will contribute to sourcing, structuring, and managing tax equity and debt financings.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 4 years of relevant working experience in structured/project finance, preferably in the financial industry with a leading Project Finance lender or working for a developer or IPP
Understanding of the renewable sector and associated capital structures including tax equity
Experience structuring and administering financing facilities
Awareness of the main PF lenders active in the market; existing relationships a plus
Broad understanding of Capital Markets and of the bank market in general, including appreciation for typical processes (credit committee; KYC diligence; etc)
Robust financial modeling skills
Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Comfort reviewing and understanding project finance legal documentation including conditions precedents, reporting requirements, covenants, events of default and other key project finance concepts
Proven ability to complete tasks under strict deadlines; accountability and ownership of assigned work
Pride the consistent delivery of a high-quality work product, attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills both internally and externally – with third party consultants, counsels and capital providers
Ability to work cross functionally
High degree of initiative and decisiveness
Problem-solving skills
Strong team attitude, easy to get along with, willing to learn and take on new tasks, energetic about getting work done on time and with excellent quality
Comfort with financial modelling
Strong contracting and negotiation skills
Ambition to grow beyond current capabilities and role

Responsibilities

Assist in sourcing and managing tax equity and debt for projects and corporate facilities, including review of proposals and recommendation
Includes preparation of RFP material for prospective lenders and investors, comprised of teasers and consultants reports and modeling
Curate and maintain a dataroom
Communicate with prospective lenders and investors during the RFP and selection process
Perform day-to-day diligence and coordinate with technical and financial advisors as well as other Origis teams working on the Projects. Escalate any issue with the PF Director
Prepare and monitor the preparation of third-party consultant budgets for projects as well as scope of work; ensure key reports are delivered timely and in form satisfactory to financing partners. Oversee Q&A process and ensure proper reliance
Abide by the timeline established by the deal lead for the various workstreams, and flag any deviation or delay
Ensure accuracy of all financial modeling aspects by working in close coordination with a member of the Investment team supporting the deal team and providing all necessary inputs and checks
Support team lead through the deal execution and documentation through the negotiation of term sheets and financing documents together with legal counsel; support the project development and BD teams with all aspects of project documentation including third party consents and amendment as needed
Post closing, Manager is the first point of contact for compliance and reporting; track and provides all financing-related deliverables in partnership with Asset Management
Lead day-to-day management of closed financings as assigned – including discrete construction financings, projects financed through the construction warehouse, and the Development Finance Facility, including Borrowing Base determination based on the addition of new projects and equipment or removal of projects ready to finance, in coordination with the EPC, Procurement and Business Development teams
Administer/documentation, draws of cash and letter of credits on existing financing facilities
Coordinate amendment and waiver processes with lenders, external counsel and third-party consultants, ensuring the preparation and delivery of all necessary documentation and reports
Coordinate with the Investment team to provide an updated draw schedule for reporting purposes
Update internal systems including Solaris
Communicate with accounting and FP&A on material changes on projects
Support the Directors and SVP as needed with marketing material – including preparation of update decks
Attend meetings with debt providers and tax equity investors as requested
Establish direct work relationships with peers at tax equity and lending institutions
Oversight and training of more junior team members in the deal team – ensuring that all deadlines are met and that the work product is high quality
Mentorship of all junior team members, leading by example, both in knowledge and work ethic
Assist and coordinate executive reporting, including updates to investors, board material, debt compliance scorecards, external financial reporting, and disclosures
Lead new market research and analysis, policy research, and set up databases with relevant information to enhance the Capital Markets team understanding of new commercial structures, technologies, incentives and state programs as needed
Assist management in the acquisition and sale of projects as needed
General support for ad hoc strategic initiatives