Project Finance Credit Manager- SVP/Director

Director, Project Finance - Global Financial InstitutionLocation: Midtown Manhattan, NYC (In-office 3 days per week)Company Overview:A leading global financial institution is undergoing a strategic transformation with a focus on expanding its project finance portfolio in the United States. As part of this initiative, they are seeking to hire a Director for their Project Finance Credit Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and play a pivotal role in the development of the company's project finance business in the US, particularly within the renewable energy sector.Role Overview:The Director will be responsible for leading the new business process on the credit side of the project finance portfolio, working closely with teams in both the US and with HQ in Europe. This individual will lead credit analysts (in the US andor in Europe), prepare credit packages, conduct due diligence, and manage the credit aspects of renewable energy projects, primarily in solar and wind. While portfolio management is mainly based overseas, this role requires a hands-on approach to credit decision-making and process management in the US market.Key Responsibilities:Lead the credit side of the project finance process for renewables projects (primarily solar and wind)Oversee and guide credit analysts in in preparing credit packages, conducting due diligence, and assessing project viabilitySupport the development of new business opportunities in project finance, particularly focusing on renewablesAnalyze financial models, including debt sizing and sensitivity analysisCollaborate with senior leadership in Corporate Banking to align the credit strategy with the institution's broader goalsManage and monitor the credit risks associated with renewable energy projects in the portfolioWork closely with the project finance credit team in Europe

Created: 2025-02-23