Business Manager - Project Finance

Job Advertisement: Business Manager Project Finance

Pretoria Office

Department: Corporate

Contract Type: Permanent

The Senior Manager of Project Finance is responsible for leading the structuring, execution, and management of project finance transactions. This role involves working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, including partners, lenders, investors, financial advisors, legal teams, and government agencies, to secure project funding and ensure financial compliance. The position requires a deep understanding of deal structuring, financial modelling, risk analysis, capital markets, and regulatory frameworks.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY.

Project Structuring & Financing:

• Lead the development of financial models and structures for large-scale projects.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including cash flow forecasting and sensitivity analysis, to assess project viability and financial returns.
• Structure and negotiate financing terms with banks, investors, and other financial institutions.
• Manage financial due diligence processes, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Deal Execution:

• Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial proposals to lenders and investors.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of loans, equity investments, and other forms of project finance.
• Coordinate with legal, technical, and advisory teams to close financing transactions.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess financial risks associated with project development, construction, and operation.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies, including hedging, insurance, and contingency planning.
• Monitor and ensure ongoing financial compliance with lender covenants and project agreements.

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and board members.
• Monitor project financial performance, comparing actual results with forecasts and budgets.
• Manage the relationship with financial institutions, ensuring timely reporting and compliance.
• Conduct research on market trends and regulations affecting project finance.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and internal policies, while preparing and delivering regular financial reports and updates to senior leadership.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain relationships with investors, lenders, and financial institutions, presenting project analyses and securing financing.
• Maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including partners, government age
  
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