As an Associate on our project finance & M&A deal team, you will be right in the middle of all the action. You will be working on impactful transactions and will be accountable for the smooth execution of advisory missions relating to financial structuring, raising debt or executing M&A equity finance transactions. This is the ideal job for you to apply your analytical skills and curiosity for out-of-the-box solutions.
Why join the French Green Giraffe team?
You will be joining a Paris-based team and work in close collaboration with fellow giraffes in Europe, Africa, and -to some extent- Asia on our projects.
The scope of this role will include:
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Development and management of financial models and cash flow valuations for energy transition projects, and contributing to documents preparation (such as information memoranda, memos, process letters, etc.)
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Potential supervision of an analyst or intern
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Supporting the project manager in defining and implementing the adequate financial structure, in addressing client’s requests, in meeting deliverables and milestones per project process
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Organising and reviewing the due diligence work prepared by other advisors
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Performing general market intelligence on sectors of interest to the company
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Contributing to the business development
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Participating actively in an entrepreneurial, international and dynamic team focused on making projects happen and adding real value to our clients Package and application This job is to be filled on a permanent contract basis and full-time. We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a range of benefits, such as public transport coverage, family health insurance, lunch vouchers, and employee assistance programme. The candidate can expect opportunities to participate in regular team building activities. Additionally, the candidate will be given the opportunity to grow and take responsibility in a dynamic renewables market environment. If you’re interested in starting your life as a Giraffe, don’t wait and please submit your application here!
About Green Giraffe
If you are passionate about finance, keen to contribute actively to the energy transition, and want to work in a dynamic, international and fast paced environment in a team that thrives on delivering high quality results whilst having a collaborative and fun working atmosphere, you should definitely consider joining us and becoming a Giraffe!
Advancing the global energy transformation towards sustainable power systems requires a rapid scaling-up of the renewable energy ecosystem and a paradigm shift in investment patterns. Every day, over 130 giraffes spread out globally on five continents work together to provide tailor-made advisory services to their clients across the renewable energy value chain.
We bring value to our clients and the projects that we work on through the quality of work we deliver, our wide and in-depth knowledge of the markets, and our independent and honest advice. We believe in transparency and teamwork, in taking ownership and going the extra mile for our clients and make time to celebrate successes, milestones and personal achievements together.
As Green Giraffe grows, enters new markets, and paves the way ahead for the entire renewable energy business value chain, we are looking for people with an entrepreneurial mindset to challenge the norms and push the envelope of possibilities.
The candidate should have a master’s or similar degree in finance or engineering. The ideal candidate should at least have 3 to 5 years of experience in project finance and/or M&A within the energy transition sector.
In addition, the candidate should demonstrate:
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Fluency in French and English (written and spoken)
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Excellent analytical skills and an ability to learn quickly
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A strong understanding of financial concepts, financial modelling and products
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Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
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Thoroughness and organisation
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The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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The ability to take initiatives and responsibility for allocated tasks
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The willingness to travel abroad
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An additional language (Spanish, German, Dutch, Chinese or Japanese) would be a great plus
