Project Finance / M&A Specialist

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a seasoned and results-driven Project Finance / M&A Specialist to join its team, with the role based in either Johannesburg or Cape Town.

This role focuses on originating, developing, structuring, and executing energy and infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on renewable and energy transition assets. The successful candidate will lead or support projects across the full lifecycle—from early-stage development through to financial close.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess new project opportunities (greenfield, acquisitions, partnerships)
• Lead or support project development activities from origination through to financial close
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders across technical, legal, financial, and environmental workstreams
• Manage due diligence processes and oversee external advisors
• Lead participation in competitive bidding processes and submissions
• Support project structuring, including commercial and financial optimisation
• Contribute to negotiation of key agreements (e.g. offtake, construction, partnerships, financing)
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and milestone delivery
• Develop and maintain financial models and perform scenario/sensitivity analysis
• Prepare internal investment documentation and present to decision-making committees
• Conduct market research and provide strategic insights on sector trends and opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the value chain

Skills & Competencies

• Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in infrastructure, energy, or project finance environments
• Exposure to renewable energy or energy transition projects (e.g. solar, wind, storage, hybrid systems)
• Experience in project development, investment, or transaction advisory
• Degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Postgraduate qualification (e.g. MSc, MBA) advantageous
• Strong project development and transaction execution capability
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
• Experience in structuring and negotiating complex commercial agreements