Partner with LATAM Country Heads and Head of Development to bring our LATAM greenfield development pipeline to FNTP on time and in line with base case, focusing on offtake, procurement/service contracts and project finance
Work with the Global Head of O&E to develop and implement the investment strategy for the Mexican market, which complements the ongoing development activities
Execute approved deals flawlessly to deliver business case
Lead and nurture the LATAM origination and execution team (located in Mexico, Colombia & Uruguay)
Hire and train new employees
Liaise with the Head of Development, Mexico and functional teams to ensure proper resourcing of the origination and execution activity in Mexico, Uruguay & Colombia
Partner with LatAm Country Heads to Refinance portfolios
Manage sale down of minority stakes in assets or portfolios
Prepare and defend deals in Investment Committees and support in Board Investment Committee
Allocate deal flow efficiently to respond to the changing demands of the business
Ensure proper evaluation of new opportunities and the timely reporting of progress
Participate in Cubico's LATAM Leadership discussions providing a holistic view of the business
Requirements
Experience in renewable energy deal origination and execution in LATAM (with particular focus on Mexico), including financial analysis and project financing
Fluent English & Spanish (verbal & written)
Experience and ability to develop junior team members
Good understanding of key drivers of an investment decision and how to optimise return
Good knowledge of the risks and pitfalls of projects at different stages in the lifecycle and a rounded view of the various issues that can impact a project
Key Competencies:
Self-starter who has the ability to manage a full and varied workload and deadlines and to prioritise and work under tight timescales
Develops constructive professional relationships and builds relationships with external advisers, developers, banks
Clarifies tasks and requirements, organises time and manages workload to ensure deadlines are met
Demonstrates a commercial outlook, and is motivated, bright and personable
Strong attention to detail and accuracy with good analytical skill
Excellent negotiation skills
Articulate and excellent communications skills both written and verbal
Highly reliable, collegiate and personable
Ability to continually review and reassess priorities in response to changing situations and deadlines at relatively short notice
Drive and passion to strive for high standards
Proactive and pragmatic with a positive attitude and can-do approach
Enthusiastic and able to take ownership of problems and provide solutions