Senior Associate

Company:

Peak Energy is a renewable energy platform with a focus on developing solar, wind and battery projects across Asia. The focus includes large utility-scale and onsite, distributed generation projects. The portfolio already includes some of the largest solar and wind projects in Korea and Japan.

Peak Energy is the renewable arm of Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners. Stonepeak is one of the largest infrastructure investment firms globally with USD 57 Bn assets under management. The firm has raised USD 2.7 Bn to invest into renewable projects.

Job Summary:

Peak Energy is in search of a Senior Associate to join our Utility Power Projects (UPP ) team for the Investments team, based in Singapore. This individual will work to bolster our capabilities in both development and finance. The ideal candidate is expected to have up to 6 years of experience, particularly in the economic assessment, investment and development of utility-scale renewable energy projects and platforms. Experience in taking ownership of financial modelling activities and outcomes and being closely involved in the formulation and build of asset and platform level financial models is preferred.

Additionally, the Senior Associate will play a pivotal role in advancing our initiatives M&A activities. This includes having a comprehensive understanding of financial intricacies when leading due diligence processes for UPP projects. This can include tax due diligence, investment committee approval documentation and commercial termsheet negotiations.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the development and maintenance of early stage screening and complex, late stage financial models tailored for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Provide in-depth analysis of financial data and sensitivity analysis, furnishing invaluable insights to facilitate strategic decision-making.
• Provide input directly and spar with country specific teams for project level inputs when updating senior management reporting reports and investment committee approvals
• Lead comprehensive due diligence efforts for project financing, ensuring meticulous assessment of financial risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate seamlessly across departments to gather pertinent information and conduct rigorous financial analyses.

M&A Activity:

• Take ownership for key M&A workstreams pertaining to utility-scale renewable energy projects, particularly focused on investment evaluation and tax and accounting due diligence.
• Coordinate workstreams across country-specific teams, third party advisors and internal Peak resources in achieving positive outcomes during the M&A process
• Evaluate potential investment opportunities, execute detailed financial analyses, and contribute to deal structuring.
• Manage termsheet and late stage negotiations for transaction documents including joint venture agreements and sales and purchase contracts.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Craft and deliver insightful financial reports to management, spotlighting key performance indicators and financial trends.
• Offer timely and accurate financial information to support strategic decision-making processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field is a prerequisite.
• An MBA in Finance is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting due diligence for renewable project financing is mandatory.
• Proven track record in creating and leveraging financial models for M&A activity, specifically within the utility-scale renewable energy domain. Financial modelling capability will be assessed early in the hiring process.
• 4-6 years work experience in the investments space for infrastructure, particularly at the asset level. Platform level renewable project experience will also be useful.

Skills:

• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis is paramount.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong aptitude for time management and organizational prowess.

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