VP, Originations (St. Louis / St. Pete)

Job Title

Job Description Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

Manage a team of energy infrastructure analysts responsible for project intake, initial underwriting and due diligence for assessing the fit for applicable investors

Validate financial models for utility scale and distributed renewable energy projects including revenue structure, reasonableness of the expenses and certain economic schedules

Engage with sell side bankers and brokers to source and onboard new deal origination and initial diligence

Ensure Investment Committee proposals address all requirements for the appropriate phase of approvals

Lead all pipeline management efforts and partner with investor team to rank opportunities for investors

Build investment presentations and present those to the RJREI investment committee

Keep current on markets and trends affecting all credit eligible asset classes

Working with the Transaction Team, develop initial economic proposals for select opportunities

Draft and deliver presentations for investors, capital providers, borrowers and joint venture partners

Analyze market risk factors and pricing

Support initiatives to help the business in achieving its strategic objectives

Represent RJREI at select conferences

Travel for conferences and other business requirements (less than 25%)

Ad hoc research, investor requests and other tasks critical to the platform's operations

Knowledge & General Skills

Minimum Requirements

Advanced Microsoft Excel modeling skills including use of complex functions and ability to review and analyze large models for consistency and reliability

Expertise in financial, tax, accounting, and investment concepts include partnership and transfer transactions in the renewable energy space

Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to create as well as deliver effective presentations

Manages self and others to provide exceptional client service by responding with a sense of urgency, practicality, accountability, and integrity

Ability to evaluate complex situations and independently make decisions on significant matters

Self-motivated intellectual curiosity

Experience with renewable energy infrastructure and related project finance

Experience/Qualifications/Education

5+ years in similar role or comparable experience in renewable energy, accounting, and/or finance

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics or related area

Experience in relevant sell side (sponsor/broker) or buy side (investor) project finance role preferred

Exposure to non-renewable assets (natural gas, carbon capture, manufacturing, etc.) considered a plus

Personal Qualities

Ability to work independently, deal confidently and build strong relationships

Strong attention to detail

Willingness to receive and accept feedback and improve

Flexible attitude and the ability to multitask

Strong time management / prioritization skills

Excellent written, verbal communication and English skills

Helpful, hardworking approach and a team player

Unparalleled honesty and integrity

Client first mentality

Education

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Resident

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave. Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:

• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same

• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes

• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind

• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter

• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.