Vice President Investment Banking - Project Finance

Candidates from investment banks, advisory firms, commercial banks, infrastructure investors, energy developers, utilities, or private equity sponsors with a proven transaction track record will be particularly well suited. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, preferably including an MBA or advanced finance-related qualification, along with approximately 6-8 years of relevant experience in debt advisory, project finance, acquisition finance, lending and advisory, or M&A advisory.

This role sits within CIB's dedicated Financial Advisory team focused on energy transition, renewable infrastructure, and emerging clean technologies.

Client Details

Global Bank

Description

Business Development & Origination

• Support the development and execution of the team's strategic growth initiatives and transaction targeting efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, prospective clients, lenders, institutional investors, tax equity providers, tax credit investors, and external advisors.
• Contribute to business development activities, including the preparation of client presentations, marketing materials, and pitches.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across Coverage, Project Finance, Syndications, and Global Markets to identify and originate new opportunities.

Transaction Execution

• Play a leading role in structuring and executing advisory mandates from inception through close.
• Manage specific transaction workstreams and serve as a direct point of contact for clients on assigned matters.
• Oversee financial modeling and analytical work, including project finance models, valuation analyses, capital structure optimization, sensitivity analysis, and model reviews.
• Lead the preparation of transaction documentation and approval materials for clients, sponsors, and lenders.
• Assist with negotiating and reviewing financing agreements and project-related documentation.
• Coordinate with legal, technical, environmental, and other third-party advisors throughout due diligence processes.

Team & Platform Development

• Mentor and develop junior professionals, including analysts, associates, and interns.
• Support cross-selling initiatives by coordinating with other CIB product teams.
• Participate in internal operational, reporting, and administrative requirements.
• Travel as needed to support client engagements, transaction execution, and internal collaboration.

Profile

The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, preferably including an MBA or advanced finance-related qualification, along with approximately 6-8 years of relevant experience in debt advisory, project finance, acquisition finance, lending and advisory, or M&A advisory. Candidates from investment banks, advisory firms, commercial banks, infrastructure investors, energy developers, utilities, or private equity sponsors with a proven transaction track record will be particularly well suited.

Technical Skills & Qualifications

• Deep expertise in project finance and valuation modeling.
• Strong understanding of capital structures, including tax equity and tax credit financing arrangements.
• Excellent quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish language skills are advantageous but not mandatory.
• FINRA SIE, Series 79, and Series 63 licenses are required.

Personal Attributes

• Strong client-facing and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working across functions, products, and international teams.

Job Offer

Competitive Package