Project Finance Associate

Permanent employee, Full-time · Dublin

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Job Description
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Project Finance Associate to join our dynamic and market-leading team. The ideal candidate will have experience in project finance, investment banking, renewable energy finance, or a related field, and will play a key role in the structuring, modeling, execution, and management of project financing transactions across our core markets. This is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated individual who will work closely with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative financial solutions that support the construction and operation of our renewable energy assets.

What you will do:
  • Manage and monitor project finance agreements, ensuring ongoing compliance with financial covenants, reporting obligations, and stakeholder requirements..
  • Support the structuring and execution of project-level and corporate financing, including negotiation of term sheets, credit agreements, due diligence coordination, and closing documentation.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize financial models to evaluate project economics, assess risk, and support investment decisions across the development lifecycle.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with development, legal, technical, transaction and finance teams to deliver bankable and commercially viable financial solutions.
  • Conduct market and industry research to inform strategic decisions, identify emerging trends, and support pipeline development.
  • Prepare high-quality investment materials, including financial models, presentations, and memoranda for internal committees, lenders, and investors. 
Your profile
What you will need:
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, private equity, renewable energy finance, or a related field.
  • ACA qualification or similar (e.g. ACCA, CFA).
  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel.
  • Familiarity with debt and equity financing structures, particularly in the infrastructure or energy sectors, and a strong understanding of finance agreements, covenant structures and lender reporting requirements.
  • Knowledge of renewable energy industry dynamics, including solar and BESS financing structures a distinct advantage.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
About us

Elgin is a leading international solar & storage company, bringing projects from origination through development to energisation. The company has a portfolio of projects in late-stage development totaling 15GW+ across four key markets: the UK, Australia, Ireland and Germany.

Elgin Energy is an entrepreneurial business with a strong culture, pipeline, and future growth trajectory. The company has expanded internationally over the last 15 years with over 115 professionals located in its London, Dublin, Munich, Madrid and Sydney offices. Elgin has a 98% success rate through planning across all its markets. Please visit our website to learn more; www.elgin.com or check out our LinkedIn; https://www.linkedin.com/company/elgin-energy-limited/


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