VP, Capital Markets

Who We Are

CleanCapital is an industry-leading clean energy investment platform. Since 2015, CleanCapital has worked to accelerate investment in distributed solar and storage assets to address the urgent threat of climate change. To date, CleanCapital has invested more than $950 million in projects and companies that align with its mission. In total, the company has successfully acquired projects totaling more than 370 MW spanning 26 states and U.S. territories. More information about CleanCapital can be found at https://cleancapital.com/.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Unlimited PTO and generous holiday calendar
• 100% paid for  benefits plus 401k matching program
• Competitive Salary
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture

Additional information

• The working schedule will include remote work and travel
• The expected salary for this position is between $140,000 and $189,000. Factors that may be used to determine final salary offered include relevant experience, skills, location, qualifications and other factors, consistent with applicable law.
• This position is eligible to receive an annual bonus.

Our Commitment to Diversity

CleanCapital is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workforce reflective of our community while also valuing each persons’ unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CleanCapital does not discriminate against any individual’s race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or nationality and is committed to promoting a more just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions. 

Covid Vaccination Policy

At CleanCapital, we value and prioritize a safe work environment and require all employees who will be physically entering any CleanCapital office to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals with medical issues or religious beliefs or practices that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an exemption from the vaccine requirement. Employee’s will be expected to attend 2+ in person team meetings on an annual basis. 

Position Summary

The VP of Capital Markets will play a critical role in all aspects of CleanCapital’s project financing strategy, including the sourcing, structuring, and execution of tax equity, construction debt, and term debt (including private placements) for the Company’s portfolio of DG solar and storage assets. The VP may also assist in any corporate debt and equity capital raising efforts. This position will initially report to the Director, Capital Markets. 

Specific responsibilities include: 

• Work with CleanCapital’s Acquisition team to identify financing requirements 
• Independently develop confidential information memoranda and financial models with minimal oversight
• Manage third-party legal counsel and consultants related to project financing efforts (e.g., insurance consultant, independent engineers, etc.)
• Manage administrative parts of financing process, including but not limited to initial outreach and tracking, note taking, creation and maintenance of virtual data rooms and coordination of due diligence Q&A
• Support negotiation of financing terms with counterparties 
• Provide tax equity and debt assumptions for project valuations
• Manage CleanCapital’s tax equity and debt financial models
• Support the Asset Management team in preparing reports and compliance certificates for financing parties

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative major (e.g., economics, finance, math, physics, etc.) preferred

• MBA degree is a plus

Technical Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or other comparable principal investment or project finance related roles
• The following are strongly preferred but not required skills:
• Renewable power (solar, wind, battery energy storage) experience 
• Track record of structuring and closing project financings, including tax equity
• Prior experience reviewing and negotiating financing documents 
• Advanced financial modeling skills, including creation of new models, as well as modification and auditing of existing models
• Excellent PowerPoint presentation abilities, both development and delivery

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioral Skills

• Must have the ability to define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions.
• Proven ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Keen attention to detail. 
• Project management skills. 
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Conditions

If working remotely, your work environment is what you make of it, however CleanCapital encourages everyone to have a dedicated workspace that, for the most part, can be free of distractions. If working in one of our Corporate Offices, the work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CleanCapital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.