Director – Grid Connected Investments Team

THE COMPANY

HASI is an investor in sustainable infrastructure assets advancing the energy transition. With approximately $14 billion in managed assets, our investments are diversified across multiple asset classes, including utility-scale solar, onshore wind, and storage; distributed solar and storage; RNG; and energy efficiency. We combine deep expertise in energy markets and financial structuring with long-standing programmatic client partnerships to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns and measurable environmental benefits. HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Ticker: HASI). For more information, visit www.hasi.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

HASI is currently seeking a Director to join the Investment Team with a focus on the Grid-Connected market. The types of investments in the Grid Connected market will include utility scale wind, solar and storage projects. The core responsibilities of the role will include leading or supporting transaction structuring, document negotiation, and execution, participation in business development and origination activities, leading due diligence and identifying primary transaction risks and mitigation plans, preparation and review of internal transaction materials.  The role will be based in either Annapolis, MD or New York.

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year institution; CFA and/or MBA preferred
• At least 7 years of experience in finance in the sustainable energy sectors, ideally including tax equity partnerships, project finance and structured debt or equity finance.
• Strong track record that demonstrates ability to execute multiple complex transactions through the full deal cycle in utility scale wind, solar and battery projects
• Experience in structuring and negotiating transactions involving structured debt and equity investments, including intimate knowledge of tax equity partnership flip and lease models for wind and solar assets.
• Demonstrable experience with origination of structured finance transactions with top tier clients.

• Lead or support initial transaction structuring and ongoing negotiation of term sheets and transaction documents, including integration of transaction risk/return profile with Company performance metrics and finance plan.  
• Lead or support business development efforts and actively participate in transaction origination through client meetings, conferences, and trade associations.  Assist in the development of origination strategies.   Prepare and review internal transaction materials, identifying strategic rationale for the investment, primary economic and governance terms, and material risks and mitigants.
• Oversight of execution teams responsible for key aspects of transaction documentation, models, and due diligence
• As needed, lead financing processes for investment level project finance transactions, including assisting in negotiation of documents, facilitating investor due diligence processes, and ownership of financing model.    
• Liaise for corporate due diligence requirements related to underlying project and portfolio investments.
• Work closely with the members of the Portfolio Management and risk management teams to provide specific investment expertise to assist in commercial decision making relating to portfolio assets.

• Proven track record of structured finance investing
• Strong attention to detail
• Relevant industry experience in energy, banking, tax equity/equity investing, consulting or the energy/utilities sector
• Familiarity with energy project finance transactions and documentation
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, innovative, entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with clients and vendors at various levels within their respective organizations.
• Ability to work consistently and competently in a remote environment and to travel as required.
• Dependable and reliable, excellent at taking initiative, can work independently without close supervision, and be a supportive team member

SALARY RANGE:

Expected salary range of $185,000.00 - $235,000.00, based on experience and location.  In addition, HASI offers an annual bonus program; 401(k) with company match; an equity incentive program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

EEO STATEMENT

The Company maintains a policy of non-discrimination in employment and complies with and supports all Federal, state, and local laws regarding discrimination in employment.  Specifically, the Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices against any employee, intern, or applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, veteran status, uniformed service-member status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic to the extent prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Decisions regarding staffing, selection, and promotions are made on the basis of individual qualifications related to the requirements of the position.    

Salary : $185 - $235