Project Finance Expert (Project financing and Risk Mitigation)

About the job

Position Title: Project Finance Expert (Project financing and Risk Mitigation) Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka About the Company: Sustainability Economics.ai is a global organisation, pioneering the convergence of clean energy and AI, enabling profitable energy transitions while powering end-to-end AI infrastructure. By integrating AI-driven cloud solutions with sustainable energy, we create scalable, intelligent ecosystems that drive efficiency, innovation, and long-term impact across industries. Guided by exceptional leaders and visionaries with decades of expertise in finance, policy, technology, and innovation, we are committed to making long-term efforts to fulfil this vision through our technical innovation, client services, expertise, and capability expansion. Role Summary: We are seeking a high-calibre finance professional to join our Finance team as Project Finance. This role covers the full lifecycle of financing for utility-scale Clean Energy assets and AI-driven Data Center projects across International markets. The incumbent will work on end-to-end structuring, execution, and monitoring of project finance transactions – from concept and SPV setup through financial close. A strong command of SPV structuring, Shareholder Agreements (SHA), debt capital market instruments, and green/sustainable finance frameworks is essential. Key Responsibility: 1. Transaction Origination & Deal Structuring • Lead end-to-end deal structuring: SPV architecture, capital stack design (equity / mezzanine / senior debt), and risk allocation across project stakeholders. • Prepare and present Investment Memoranda, Credit Papers, and Transaction Committee presentations. • Conduct detailed financial modelling, sensitivity analysis, scenario planning, and returns assessment (Project IRR, Equity IRR, DSCR, LLCR). 2. SPV Structuring & Legal Framework • Design and implement SPV frameworks compliant with respective countries regulatory requirements (Companies Act, Corporate tax, FEMA / FDI norms). • Negotiate and finalise Shareholder Agreements (SHA), JV Agreements, Subscription Agreements, Inter-se Agreements, and Drag / Tag-along provisions. • Manage equity investor onboarding. • Oversee corporate governance frameworks within the SPV: board composition, reserved matters, and minority investor protection rights. 3. Debt Structuring & Capital Markets • Structure and negotiate senior debt, sub-debt, and mezzanine instruments across domestic and international lenders (banks, DFIs, multilaterals – banks). • Execute project finance debt raises via Term Loans, ECB (External Commercial Borrowings), Green Bonds, and Sustainability-Linked Loans (SLLs). • Draft and negotiate Loan Agreements, Security Trustee Agreements, Intercreditor Agreements, Debenture Trust Deeds, and Escrow Agreements. • Manage lender due diligence, and condition precedent (CP) clearance to achieve financial close. • Develop Sustainability-Linked Finance frameworks including KPI selection, SPT calibration, and step-up / step-down coupon mechanisms. Key Requirements: ■ Education & Experience: · CA / CFA/ MBA (Finance) or equivalent from a reputed institution · Minimum 3-4years of relevant experience in Project Finance, Structured Finance, or Infrastructure Finance. · Demonstrated track record of having led or co-led financial close of at least 3–5 infrastructure / project finance transactions ■ Skills Required: · SPV structuring & JV / SHA negotiations · Green Bond / SLL framework structuring · DSCR / LLCR / IRR / NAV analysis · High attention to detail & deadline orientation · Integrity and professional ethics · Sharp analytical & problem-solving ability What you’ll do: In this role, on a day-to-day basis, you will: • Structure bespoke financing solutions across the capital stack. • Own the financial model for each transaction — building, reviewing, and stress-testing assumptions. • Drive green bond and SLL frameworks from inception to certification, coordinating with external SPO providers and ESG rating agencies. • Contribute to building the firm's capabilities in sustainable infrastructure finance. Benefits at Sustainability Economics: • A flat hierarchy. • ESOPs. • Group Medical Coverage. • 30 days of Leave. • A gender-neutral parental, marriage, and compassionate leave policy.. If you are a finance professional who wants their work to have real-world impact at scale, this is your platform. And above all, if you have a passion to work, join us in our pursuit for sustainability!

Requirements

• Project Finance
• SPV Structuring
• Green/Sustainable Finance

Qualifications

• CA / CFA/ MBA (Finance)
• 3-4 years of relevant experience in Project Finance

Preferred Technologies

• Project Finance
• SPV Structuring
• Green/Sustainable Finance

Benefits

• ESOPs
• Group Medical Coverage
• 30 days of Leave

About the company

Sustainability Economics.ai is a global organisation, pioneering the convergence of clean energy and AI, enabling profitable energy transitions while powering end-to-end AI infrastructure.