ppLeap29 is partnering with a leading renewable energy platform as it continues to expand its financing team in Italy. The business is looking to appoint a Project Finance Associate to join its Milan-based team and support the financing, refinancing and development of a growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. /p pWe are seeking a mid-level Project Finance professional with approximately 5–8 years of relevant experience, gained within a renewable energy developer, IPP, investment platform, bank, debt fund or other financial institution. /p pThe successful candidate will bring strong experience in project finance transactions, financial modelling and debt structuring, ideally with a background in solar PV. Experience with BESS / battery energy storage projects would be a significant advantage. /p h3The Position /h3 pWorking closely with the investment, finance and development functions, you will play an important role in the structuring and execution of financing transactions across renewable energy projects and portfolios. /p pThe position offers exposure to both new project financings and refinancing transactions, with a particular focus on solar PV and energy storage assets in Italy and potentially across wider European markets. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead and support the structuring and execution of project and portfolio financing transactions for solar PV and BESS assets. /li liDevelop, maintain and enhance detailed project finance and portfolio financial models. /li liPerform debt sizing, cash flow analysis, refinancing assessments, investment analysis and downside modelling. /li liAnalyse key credit metrics including leverage, DSCR, debt capacity, liquidity and covenant headroom. /li liSupport transactions throughout the full financing lifecycle, from initial structuring and lender engagement through to financial close. /li liWork alongside banks, debt providers, financial advisors, lawyers and other transaction counterparties. /li liAssist with the negotiation of senior debt facilities,



refinancing arrangements and other financing structures. /li liReview and negotiate financing terms, including cash sweeps, distribution restrictions, reserve accounts, financial covenants and cure mechanisms. /li liSupport the refinancing, optimisation and capital structuring of existing renewable energy portfolios. /li liAssess project and platform-level liquidity requirements and future funding needs. /li liContribute to the review and preparation of financing documentation, including representations and warranties and other transaction provisions. /li liPrepare detailed financial analysis and recommendations for investment and financing committees. /li liTake ownership of modelling and transaction workstreams, working closely with senior members of the financing team. /li /ul h3Candidate Profile /h3 pThe ideal candidate will have: /p ul li5–8 years of experience in Project Finance, Infrastructure Finance, Renewable Energy Finance or a closely related field. /li liExperience within an IPP, renewable energy developer, infrastructure investor, bank, lender, debt fund or financial institution. /li liA strong understanding of project finance structures, debt financing and credit analysis. /li liExcellent financial modelling capabilities, including the ability to build and develop complex models independently. /li liDemonstrable experience with solar PV project financing. /li liPrevious exposure to BESS / battery storage financing would be highly desirable. /li liStrong knowledge of debt sizing, refinancing, financial structuring and downside case analysis. /li liExperience working directly with lenders and other financing counterparties. /li liFamiliarity with financing documentation and representations warranties (RW) is advantageous. /li liStrong analytical, numerical and communication skills. /li liThe ability to manage multiple workstreams and take ownership of transactions. /li liA practical, hands-on and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to operate effectively within a lean and fast-growing organisation. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Project Finance & Investment Associate- Solar & BESS (Milano)
🏢 Leap29
📍 Milano