Transactions Director
Location - London, UK
Ref - TDOW
We’ve partnered with a leading advisory business, to appoint a Transactions Director, to lead technical due diligence assignments related to M&A processes in the global renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities
• Transaction Leadership: Lead and advise on complex project finance and M&A transactions in the renewable power sector, ensuring successful outcomes for clients.
• Client Relationship Management: Develop and nurture long-term relationships with institutional investors, understanding their needs and delivering tailored solutions.
• Work Winning: Proactively identify and secure new business opportunities, contributing to the expansion of Arup’s renewables advisory portfolio.
• Assignment Delivery: Oversee the execution of assignments from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables that exceed client expectations.
• Mentoring and Leadership: Support the growth and development of team members by providing guidance, sharing expertise, and fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.
• Strategic Input: Contribute to the strategic direction of the team and wider renewables business, sharing market insights and shaping service offerings.
Required Qualifications and Experience
• Renewable Energy Expertise: Proven track record in the renewable power sector, with in-depth knowledge of onshore/offshore wind, solar, battery storage, or hydropower.
• Project Finance and M&A Experience: Demonstrable experience advising institutional investors on project finance and M&A transactions within the renewables industry.
• Chartered Professional Status: Hold a relevant chartered qualification (e.g., CEng, MRICS, CFA, or equivalent) and maintain professional standing.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with a history of working effectively in multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Team line management experience: Experience of developing high performance culture within teams, line management and day to day responsibilities.
Focus Areas
You will concentrate on key technologies and markets, including:
• Onshore and offshore wind projects
• Solar power (photovoltaic and CSP)
• Energy storage systems
• Hydropower developments