Associate / VP (Europe-based, Fully Remote)

Job DescriptionThe role will be at Associate or Vice President level, depending on experience. It will support project leads by providing financial advisory expertise in the origination, development, and due diligence of sustainability-linked projects across a range of sectors, including energy, mobility, waste, and the circular economy.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project or infrastructure finance. Exposure to project finance, debt instruments, public financial management (PFM), treasury operations, and financial structuring is considered highly advantageous, though not essential. A focus on sustainability is not a prerequisite. The candidate will work closely with Vice Presidents, Managing Directors, a Project Manager, and a team of analysts. A strong willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic, climate-focused organisation is crucial.ResponsibilitiesContribute to the identification of innovative and relevant financial instruments to enable the successful financing of projects across multiple subsectors and parts of the capital structureSupport financial risk analysis and provide recommendations and potential mitigantsManage the due diligence process, including the development and review of financial modelsAddress unexpected challenges to help deliver successful outcomesCollaborate with colleagues to engage effectively with stakeholders in a variety of contexts and from diverse backgroundsAdapt communication style and approach when interacting with different stakeholdersApply knowledge of public and private financial management and/or treasury systems (where relevant) to strengthen the design and delivery of financial solutions.QualificationsMinimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience in debt advisory, infrastructure/energy finance, or public financial management/treasury, particularly in project finance or public-private partnerships (PPPs)Experience in the origination of financial instrumentsPrior financial advisory experience is advantageousSpecific and relevant experience in developed markets and investment environmentsMust be fluent in written and spoken English (C1 level)Fluency in an additional language is requiredDemonstrated project management experienceSkills Required  Strong communication, writing and networking skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with senior managementExcellent organisational skills and a keen attention to detailAbility to perform under pressure and manage tight deadlinesStrong interpersonal skillsProven ability to work effectively with dynamic and diverse teams and stakeholdersMust be capable of working autonomously with minimal supervisionA strong team player with the ability to also work independently when requiredAdditional InformationPreferred locations — or destinations for those open to relocation — include Ireland, UK, Italy, Portugal, and Spain.