Job Description

Nedbank Vacancies – Senior Associate: Power & Renewables Finance

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Company: Nedbank
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Finance

Job Title: Senior Associate: Power & Renewables Finance
Company: Nedbank

Job Purpose
To execute and maintain Project Finance transactions with targeted clients in the Energy Sector within Nedbank CIB, with a career development goal toward origination and structuring. The Power & Renewables Finance team seeks professionals passionate about the energy transition and driven to close impactful transactions that shape the future of the sector.

Job Responsibilities

• Join front-office deal teams to execute and manage Project Finance transactions in the Energy Sector.
• Support Principals and Associate Principals in deal execution, due diligence, and client management.
• Assist in preparing internal committee submissions, credit papers, and client pitches (EOIs, term sheets, presentations, and pricing applications) by conducting technical, legal, and financial due diligence.
• Analyze financial, technical, and legal risks of energy projects, proposing risk mitigants in collaboration with advisors.
• Translate advisor reports (technical, legal, financial) into structured credit reports to support decision-making.
• Deliver high-quality credit papers on time by planning, researching, and preparing materials in advance.
• Develop expertise in power purchase agreements (PPAs), EPC, and O&M contracts within Project Finance frameworks.
• Review legal documents, ensuring alignment with approved term sheets and commercial agreements.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement by setting up client meetings, tracking requirements, and documenting discussions.
• Strengthen relationships with internal teams (credit, pricing, compliance, legal) and external partners (advisors, model auditors).
• Drive market research and present insights in clear, professional formats.
• Achieve performance targets by collaborating across teams to close transactions.
• Pursue professional growth through training, feedback, and timely completion of development plans.

Essential Qualifications

• Advanced Diplomas or National 1st Degrees in relevant fields.

Preferred Qualification

• Postgraduate qualifications (Honours/Masters)
• Admitted Attorney or Professional Engineer
• MBA

Essential Certifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Law

Minimum Experience Level

• 5–6 years in relevant industry roles, including:
  • Banking (Project Finance or similar)
  • Independent Power Producers or Developers
  • Power Utilities

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Business acumen, financial principles, and data analysis
• Governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Proficiency in financial writing, research, and relevant software

Behavioural Competencies

• Applied learning and effective communication
• Collaboration and partnership-building
• Strong work management and technical expertise

Contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at +27 860 555 566

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Please note: This job posting may be closed at any time by the employer, either due to internal recruitment policies, legal requirements, or once a suitable candidate has been found. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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