Debt Management Specialist

THE ROLE

The role is to assist in relationship with lenders and manage the debt facilities of funds (listed and private) that invest in  Wise Energy 's Solar PV Assets internationally.
The successful candidate will ensure consistency and accuracy of outputs, as well as delivering and maintaining a high degree of customer service (internal and external). In view of this, they will need to analyse complex financing documents, flag issues and support their resolution through to completion, and proactively drive continuous improvement within the Loan Management team.
The Debt Management Specialist is expected to be able to undertake, for both construction and operational management of solar plants, the responsibilities outlined below with minimum supervision.
It is requested an advanced knowledge of Financial Modelling, with significant experience in managing and updating bank models, and strong financial analysis skills with the ability to review, understand project finance and other forms of debt facility agreements, audited financial accounts, management accounts and financial forecasts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assisting clients in the processes of financing/ refinancing with lenders (e.g. preparing/ reviewing teaser/info memo, reviewing TS and bank financial model), coordinating the client’s and lenders’ advisors, as well as other internal teams in Wise that have to contribute to these processes
Ownership of responsibility for loan facility periodic reporting and covenant compliance
Acting as lead contact for debt related matters internally and externally
Interpreting complex financing documents (facility agreements, security documents, accounts agreements) and advising internally on requirements and restrictions
Updating bank financial models and calculating financial ratios for covenant compliance
Preparing waiver and consent requests, as well as event driven lender communications
Coordinating internal providers of inputs (e.g. financial controllers, engineers, PPA teams) to consolidate information on asset performance for timely lender reporting
Participating in periodic meetings and providing status updates on debt related matters
Managing relationship with lenders, legal advisors as well as external clients
Providing support to Investment teams on analysis of debt facility and ad-hoc requirements (ex. facility amendments, renewal, refinancing) as and when necessary
Work in conjunction with Fund Management teams on market reporting requirements
Calculating distributions and undertaking sensitivity analysis on fund dividend cover

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Time management & prioritization skills - things can get a little hectic, so the ability to effectively manage yourself and your workload is critical
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (in English or/and other European languages) - you must be able to organize your thoughts in a way that others find clear and compelling. You will be expected to together well-written, grammatically correct emails and other communications. When communicating verbally – whether over the phone, on video calls, in person or in meetings – you will need to be articulate, warm and engaging
Flexibility - being an effective team player means being flexible in your approach and open to getting involved with new things, even if they are not spelt out in your job description
Intellectual Curiosity – we are looking for someone who is truly interested in our profession and has the intellectual curiosity to delve deep into topics and bring fresh ideas to the team
IT Literacy - you need to be comfortable with IT systems and working with data (you should have at least intermediate-level excel)
Delivery focus – it may sound obvious, but the ability to proactively churn through work at pace and deliver quality outputs really matters
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Passion for our mission ‘to generate a more sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy
Our values: be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative and ‘bring your alpha’.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or master’s degree.…