Earlier this year, building on the solid foundation of Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) as a fund manager, we introduced an optimized CIP Platform, with three platform companies providing services to CIP. To learn more, please refer to the CIP Platform section below.
In our optimized CIP Platform, CIP Terra Technologies a project delivery company delivering projects from onshore wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems, to bioenergy, thermal and transmission infrastructure is currently looking for an Associate, Commercial Management to join our office in Manila, Philippines.
Team
As Commercial Manager, you will become a part of the Commercial Management team of CIP Terra Technologies in the Philippines. This team is responsible for managing the commercial, offtake, financial, and transactionrelated work necessary to advance onshore renewable energy projects in the Philippines through origination, development and execution.
Role
As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial development, structuring and execution of investments in greenfield renewable energy infrastructure projects. Tasks include developing and maintaining the business case, executing transactions, raising project finance, and securing offtake contracts.
Responsibilities will consist of but are not limited to:
- Business case management - develop and review financial models for the purposes of acquisition, development, financing, and/or divestment of renewable power projects; maintain the business case of our investment or projects, including regularly reporting on valuation and investment returns and expenditures vis--vis the approved mandate.
- Transaction execution - assist in potential acquisition / sell-down transaction processes, including screening deal opportunities and conducting due diligence (financial and commercial), including engagement and management of consultants / advisors; support in drafting and reviewing of transaction agreements and transaction documents.
- Project finance execution - support the project finance transaction process and assist in the discussions and negotiations with lenders
- Offtake support - assist in PPA discussions and negotiations with potential offtakers and assist in processing the requirements for competitive bidding processes.
- Prepare high-quality PowerPoint presentations, market research, analysis, internal memos and papers for internal discussion, reporting to and approval of CIP's senior management and governance bodies
- Other works as required by the direct supervisor
You
We are looking for a motivated, highly professional and organized individual holding a relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or other relevant fields and a minimum of 7 years of full-time experience in a similar role with financial institutions, investment banks, management advisory firms, or power/renewable energy development companies. MBA or CFA.
We look for the following in a candidate:
- Strong financial modelling skills with the ability to build complex, high-quality error-free financial models
- Solid financial acumen with ability to translate complex matters into clear messages
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in creating high-quality PowerPoint presentations
- Results-driven with a high execution orientation, and a focus on effective problem solving and clear communication
- Effective project leadership skills, with experience delivering complex projects in collaboration with multiple stakeholders
The process
Please apply online as soon as possible as applications will be processed on an ongoing basis. For questions related to the role, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [Confidential Information]. We do not include CV's and Cover Letters sent by email.
As we continue to improve our candidate experience, diversity and avoid unconscious bias, please avoid having a photo in your CV. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality for all applicants.
Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations and ownership.
CIP Terra Technologies commitment to diversity and inclusion
CIP Terra Technologies is committed to securing a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected and heard.
A diverse workforce allows CIP Terra Technologies to achieve results through different approaches and solutions to task execution and problem solving. We want all our employees to have equal opportunities for personal growth and career opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, nationality, and ethnicity.
About CIP Terra Technologies
CIP Terra Technologiesis a project delivery company working for CIP. CIP Terra Technologies is majority owned by the funds managed by CIP, with the purpose of delivering best-in-class project development and execution services to the growing portfolio of land-based renewable energy assets.
We engage in the energy transition through specialist project delivery, value creation, and collaboration with trusted third-party suppliers. Our core focus is the development, procurement, construction, and delivery of renewable energy projects, and we provide a variety of services including technical development, engineering, supply chain, construction management, and project execution.
We provide global support and a local presence in our key markets, and our teams are continuously delivering and refining services tailored to a wide range of technologies from onshore wind, solar PV and battery energy storage systems, to bioenergy, thermal and transmission infrastructure. For more information, please visit CIP Terra Technologies.
Optimized CIP Platform
Earlier this year, we introduced an optimized CIP Platform. With three platform companies providing services to CIPand while maintaining our current relationship with Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP), CIP's exclusive offshore wind development partnerwe have effectively strengthened our organizational and operational capabilities, creating a platform scaled for growth and designing the CIP blueprint for the future.
We have established CIP Molecule Technologies, a tech-focused project delivery company dedicated to molecule projects; CIP Terra Technologies, a tech-focused project delivery company managing a diverse portfolio of onshore projects; and CIP Fund Solutions, a delivery company with expertise in complex fund management and investment services. For more info on this, please see: Optimized CIP Platform.
