Title: Origination Manager (Solar, Wind, & BESS)

Location: Japan

About NextWave
NextWave Partners is the Recruitment Partner of choice within the Clean Energy, Sustainable Infrastructure, ESG, Impact Investment, Climate-Tech & Technology sectors. We are committed to supporting industries battling climate change towards a net-zero future and a sustainable economy.

About the Role

We are working with a leading developer/IPP in the Japanese Renewable Energy Sector and seeking a Origination Manager to identify and originate investment opportunities in Japan.

Responsibilities

* Explore and identify investment prospects aligning with the Company's criteria, either directly or through partnerships.
* Conduct preliminary evaluations and oversee the due diligence process.
* Prepare documentation for internal and investor approval.
* Negotiate transaction terms with counterparts and spearhead the creation of relevant contracts (SPA, development agreements, PPAs, etc.) in collaboration with other departments.
* Facilitate the closure of approved transactions by the Company or investors.
* Assist various functions during the integration phase post-closure.
* Cultivate relationships with stakeholders, including landowners, utilities, authorities, consultants, partners, and customers, to enhance the company's business capabilities.
* Actively participate in shaping and executing optimal acquisition and origination strategies for the Company.
* Provide support to other functions to help them achieve the overall goals of the Company.

Requirements

* Proactive individual with the ability to lead throughout the entire acquisition cycle.
* Strong negotiation and communication skills.
* Fundamental understanding of finance and investment.
* Basic proficiency in financial modeling.
* Familiarity with the Renewable Energy sector in Japan, particularly PV, and a network within the industry.
* Native-level proficiency in Japanese.
* Basic proficiency in both written and verbal English.
* Proficient in Excel, Word, and Power Point, capable of developing materials to professional standards.
* Holds a university degree in a relevant field (engineering, business, economics, finance, law, etc.).
* Possesses experience in originating and closing renewable energy transactions, preferably solar, in Japan.

Application
If you are interested in this position, please apply directly on the platform with your latest CV. We will review your application and revert back promptly.

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Our commitment
Diversity is a core value at NextWave Partners, and we are proud to be partnering with equal opportunities employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.

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