Position: Chief Investment Officer (CIO)
Location: Hamburg, Germany
Company: Leading Renewable Energy Developer
About the Company:
Our client is a leading player in the renewable energy sector, committed to driving the global transition to sustainable energy through wind, solar, and energy storage solutions. They are at the forefront of cutting-edge renewable energy projects and are expanding their footprint both locally and internationally.
Role Overview:
As Chief Investment Officer (CIO), you will be responsible for overseeing the company's investment strategy, managing all aspects of investment portfolios, and leading the capital raising process to support the company’s ambitious renewable energy projects. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will work closely with senior leadership, investors, and key stakeholders to secure financial support and drive strategic growth initiatives. This is a senior role requiring both deep technical understanding and strong commercial acumen in the renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development and execution of the company’s investment strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.
* Oversee the structuring of equity and debt financing for renewable energy projects
* Manage relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions to raise capital for new and ongoing projects.
* Identify and evaluate new investment opportunities, including partnerships, acquisitions, and joint ventures within the renewable energy space.
* Lead the due diligence process for all new investments, ensuring robust financial, operational, and regulatory assessments.
* Provide leadership and guidance to the investment team, fostering a culture of high performance and strategic thinking.
* Represent the company in negotiations with potential investors, lenders, and stakeholders, driving favourable terms for the business.
* Collaborate with internal departments, including legal, technical, and operations, to ensure seamless execution of investment transactions.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience (8 + years) in investment management within the renewable energy sector, ideally in wind, solar, or energy storage.
* A strong track record of structuring and leading financing deals for large-scale renewable energy projects.
* In-depth knowledge of financial modelling, capital raising strategies, and debt/equity markets.
* Strong network within the renewable energy investment community, including relationships with banks, private equity firms, and institutional investors.
* Fluency in German and English; additional languages are a plus.
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