Debt Financing Specialist

The role The role is to lead relationships with lenders and manage the debt facilities of funds (listed and private) that invest in Solar PV assets internationally. The successful candidate will ensure consistency and accuracy of outputs, as well as delivering and maintaining a high degree of customer service (internal and external). They will analyze complex financing documents, flag issues and support their resolution through to completion, and proactively drive continuous improvement within the Debt Management team. The Debt Financing Specialist is expected to undertake operational management of solar plants, with responsibilities outlined below and with minimum supervision. Advanced knowledge of financial modelling, extensive experience in managing and updating bank models, and strong financial analysis skills are required. Ability to review, understand project finance and other forms of debt facility agreements, audited financial accounts, management accounts and financial forecasts is essential. Key Responsibilities Ownership of responsibility for debt facility periodic reporting and covenant compliance. Updating lender financial models and calculating financial ratios to ensure compliance. Preparing waiver and consent requests, as well as event‑driven lender communications. Managing relationship with lenders, legal advisors and other relevant external parties. Interpreting and mapping of complex financing documents (facility agreements, security documents, accounts agreements) and advising internal teams and clients on requirements and restrictions. Analyzing and reporting potential risks and upsides for debt facilities under management. Participating in periodic meetings and providing status updates and analysis results to client. Coordinating internal providers of inputs (e.g. financial controllers, engineers, PPA teams) to consolidate information on asset performance for timely lender reporting. Providing support to investment teams on analysis of debt facility and ad‑hoc requirements (i.e. facility amendments, renewal, refinancing) as and when necessary. Working in conjunction with fund management teams on market reporting requirements. Skills & Competencies Time management & prioritization skills – manage workload effectively. Excellent communication skills (English or other European languages) – clear written and verbal communication. Flexibility – open to new tasks and approaches. Intellectual Curiosity – interest in Debt Management and deep analytical thinking. IT Literacy – comfortable with IT systems and data, at least intermediate Excel. Delivery focus – ability to work at pace and deliver high‑quality outputs. Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills. Passion for our mission – generate a sustainable future by leading the transition to clean energy. Our values – be a leader, build trust, be responsible, be innovative, bring your alpha. Experience & Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience as a financial advisor, bank or asset manager covering infrastructure. Bachelor's or master's degree required. Exposure to project and structured finance facilities, renewable energy financing, EU energy markets desirable. Progression towards a finance‑related professional qualification (CFA, CIMA, ACA, ACCA) desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, focus on Excel, required. Fluency in English required; Italian or Spanish desirable. What We Offer A busy role in a supportive team with learning opportunities. International scope – operations in more than 8 countries. Hybrid working – office at least twice a week, remainder remote. Annual discretionary bonus. Health insurance. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the link to apply or send your application to careers@nextenergygroup.com. If you have been shortlisted, we will contact you within 14 days. Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to equal employment and advancement opportunity irrespective of race, colour, ancestry, social background, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. About Us NextEnergy Group was founded in 2007 to become a leading market participant in the international solar sector. It operates through three business units: NextEnergy Capital (Investment Management), WiseEnergy (Operating Asset Management), and Starlight (Asset Development). NextEnergy Capital manages over 520 solar plants. Key funds include NESF, NPII, NPIII ESG, NPUK ESG and NPV ESG with significant assets and capital raised. WiseEnergy is a specialist operating asset manager with experience across 1,500 utility‑scale solar plants. Starlight is the development company active in over 100 utility‑scale projects and a large pipeline of c.10 GW of green and brownfield projects worldwide. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance and Sales Location Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain #J-18808-Ljbffr