Nuveen Infrastructure’s Clean Energy Infrastructure team (formerly Glennmont Partners from Nuveen) is part of the global investment management firm, Nuveen – with over US$1.2 trillion of assets under management as of early 2024. The team focuses on raising and investing clean energy private equity funds, and has been operating for over 15 years with c.€5bn raised to date across its various strategies. Favoured technologies include onshore and offshore wind, solar photovoltaics, battery storage, and bioenergy power generation assets.The Clean Energy Infrastructure team’s core focus is on clean energy equity investments, credit investments, and asset & portfolio management. The team comprises c.70 professionals split across the above functions, and located across its key offices in London, Madrid, Milan, Singapore, Seoul, Tokyo, and Charlotte (USA). The team is currently looking to expand of the back of a successful fundraising programme which concluded in Q2 2024. Specifically the team is looking to recruit a manager in the core-plus clean energy equity investments team.The M&A Manager will provide transaction support of a broad range to director level team members. The job will be focussed on transaction origination and execution, but will also offer the opportunity to take a broader role in the negotiation and closing of deals and in post-transaction asset management support.The M&A Manager reports to Directors / Managing Directors.Key Tasks & ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the origination, analysis, and execution of clean energy investments across Europe.Modelling and investment proposalsUnderstand and optimise the project contractual structuresDefine, document, and monitor all project assumptionsUnderstand and analyse project SPV financial statementsProduce, develop, and review of cash flow based financial models for renewable energy generation projects / assets / platforms valuationAnalyse and interpret results from the financial model, run sensitivities to help with the assessment of the investment caseDraft investment proposals and investment committee presentations with support and input from Investment DirectorsSupport in training Analysts and Associates on developing financial modelling and valuation skillsTransaction supportSupport origination activities with renewable project developers in EU 27 economies and the UKDrive and assist in the execution of deals (acquisitions, project financing, divestments)Drive due-diligence workstreams and project manage transactions and coordinate work products from external advisors (developers/EPC contractors, lawyers, technical advisors, financing providers, etc.)Develop proprietary pipeline of potential transactions based on a network of contacts, with autonomy from, but transparency to, the teamMarket monitoringSupport in liaising with renewable energy and clean tech organisationsConduct research on selected sectors, countries or market segments to identify potential investment opportunitiesFollow regulatory development in the renewable energy sectors (regulatory framework, tariffs, EU targets, etc.Fund Level SupportFrom time to time the role will entail offering support to other teams with Fund level activities. Such activities may include:Production of marketing materials for fund raising campaignsCompilation of VDD materials for prospective LPsMiscellaneous additional activities associated with business developmentOtherSupport with raising financing activitiesSupport with model auditProvide assistance in transaction administration, ensuring compliance of internal proceduresKnowledge & Skills RequiredCandidates must be competent to build and operate detailed financial models; manage legal, technical, regulatory and commercial due diligence workstreams with appropriate understanding; have significant understanding of the political and environmental relevance of the energy and power sectors. Prior transaction experience, from working in investment banking, mergers and acquisitions, or private equity experience is required.Min. 6 years relevant working experienceEquity investment experience essential – with demonstrable track record which may come from experience at an investment management firm, investment bank or M&A advisory house, an energy company / utility / IPP, or consultancyCorporate finance or project finance transaction experience (from origination to execution)Significant financial modelling expertise requiredRelevant experience and knowledge of power/energy industry requiredFluent English required with additional European languages preferredExcellent communication and written skillsCandidates must have the right to work in the UKDemonstrable network of contacts among the universe of project sponsorsOther InformationEnergy / power industry background is an advantageInterest in the renewable energy sub-space is a prerequisiteExperience in investment appraisal, tax structuringStrong financial toolkit (building models, analysing financial statements, performing valuations, structuring deals)The role requires exposure to EU 27 countries. Therefore, fluency in local languages is preferable in order to analyse data and interact with acquired/prospective companies, regulators and investors.A strategic approach, sound business judgment and a strong entrepreneurial mind-set is requiredThis role requires no regulatory designation.Nuveen is committed to providing equal opportunity across all employment practices and we believe our employees have a right to a diverse and inclusive workplace.Nuveen offers support for those who need assistance with our online application process to provide an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Please contact should you require any assistance.Related SkillsAsset/Investment Modeling, Clean Energy Acumen, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Group Problem Solving, Infrastructure Investments, Negotiation, Prioritizes Effectively, Stakeholder EngagementCompany OverviewNuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, listed equities and alternatives. Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world-class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions to help them secure their financial future. 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