Introduction
The purpose of this role is to assist with the originating, analysis, preparation, structuring, financial modelling and capital raising of Infrastructure / Project Finance transactions throughout South Africa and the wider African continent. Build a robust pipeline of prospective fundable projects and potential funding institutions.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Originating fundable Infrastructure development projects.
• Lead project development, technical and financial feasibility.
• Analysis of potential transactions and preparation of all documentation related to funding requirements.
• Review and support negotiations of legal terms and conditions for the transactions.
• Analysis of potential transaction tax structure and ensure that the transactions are tax efficient.
• Developing possible funding solutions for a variety of transactions.
• Monitoring and reporting on a portfolio of Infrastructure projects under development.
• Lead the origination of projects in all sectors in relevant countries.
• Conduct basic assessment prior to accepting a deal into a pipeline for evaluation / due diligence.
• Perform and lead due diligences.
• Build sustainable relationships with strategic partners to achieve achieving strategic objectives.
• Identify all risks and define mitigation plans to minimise these risks.
• Implement and maintain financial controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Minimum 10 years relevant experience
• Over 5 years of deal origination and assessment experience
• Min 5 years' experience in Project Finance in infrastructure
• Excellent financial modelling / analysis experience
• Good understanding of the tax laws and application thereof
• Responsible, self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Strong commercial focus
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Good communication skills, both written and presentational
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels with stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and work in team setups

Package & Remuneration
Market Related