Sr. Manager/Director, Structured Finance

Company Overview:

Copia Power (“Copia”) is an energy transition company committed to developing, constructing, and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. Copia is actively developing more than 15 GW of renewable energy generation and storage capacity and 12 GW of data center and industrial load. Copia is backed by Carlyle, one of the world’s largest global investment firms.

At Copia, we pride ourselves on a culture where sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the environment, and we believe that achieving this goal requires not just hard work but also enjoying the journey. Our team thrives on connectivity, fostering strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Together, we combine passion and playfulness to drive progress and make a difference.

Job Description:

Copia is seeking a Director, Structured Finance to lead complex energy project finance transactions and support the company’s continued growth as a leader in energy finance. The ideal candidate will be responsible for structuring and executing transactions that raise billions of dollars in innovative third-party capital annually to bring clean energy projects to the grid. This role requires deep experience in renewable energy project finance, strong financial modeling capabilities, exceptional organizational, communication, and analytical skills, and a collaborative mindset aligned with a people-first culture.

The Director, Structured Finance, will report directly to the Managing Director, Capital Markets, working closely with the Structured Finance and Portfolio Finance team members. As well as Copia’s asset management, energy markets, legal, and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities::
• Originate, structure, and execute project finance transactions enabling the development, construction, and operations of solar, battery storage, thermal, and digital projects in the U.S. This will include development/corporate loan facilities, tax equity partnerships, tax credit transfer transactions, construction loans, and term loans.

• Manage internal team members, external advisors, and transaction counsel, negotiate transaction documentation, own the financing model, create internal approval documentation, and evaluate transaction risks.

• Coordinate Copia’s response to due diligence on individual or portfolio financings, working closely with the development, engineering, and legal teams to respond to investor inquiries in a timely manner.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with potential investors, lenders, and other financial partners in the energy sector.

• Mentor less experienced team members and cultivate a positive and inclusive high-performance culture.

• Advise in the negotiation of critical project agreements, including equipment supply agreements, PPAs, IAs, EPC contracts, and O&M agreements.

• Allocate resources including time, capital, and attention to ensure tasks and larger financings are completed on time at an efficient cost with technical accuracy.

What We Look For::
• Proven transaction experience in the energy or infrastructure sector, preferably at a developer, operating company, private equity, management consulting, or banking.

• Understanding of tax-equity structures and partnership tax principles, debt facilities, and equity sale transactions.

• Significant experience building, maintaining, auditing, and editing Excel-based project finance models.

• Experience reviewing and negotiating legal documents related to tax equity and debt transactions, including discretion in handling confidential information and in communicating with third parties.

• Experience managing direct reports and a cross-functional project team of subject matter experts.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the creation and delivery of crisp management and investor presentations.

• Demonstrated record of guiding teams to success.

• Excellent organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail.

• Knowledge of energy and infrastructure project development, utilities, interconnection, permitting, power markets, and renewable energy technologies.

• Self-starter capable of operating with minimal supervision.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, manage multiple deadlines, and identify critical items.

• Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and a strong work ethic.

• Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization.

• Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors.

• Resourcefulness and polite persistence.

Minimum Qualifications::
• 5 to 10+ years of professional experience in energy project financing, including closing tax equity transactions.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CFA is a plus.

• Strong understanding of energy markets, solar energy technologies, and project finance principles.

• Proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel

• Experience with project management software

• Ability to work in the Washington D.C office a minimum of 3 days per week is strongly preferred. Also open to those currently located or willing to relocate to Salt Lake City, UT, Dana Point, CA, Phoenix, AZ, or Lake Oswego, OR.

• Ability to travel up to 25% on average but more as required by transactions.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

We are partnering with select search firms for this role and are not accepting inquiries or candidates from additional third-party agencies or recruiters.

Compensation:

At Copia, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience. This role may also be eligible for benefits, performance bonuses, and other perks. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.   

Our Benefits:

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at Copia to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer flexible work hours and generous benefits to all of our employees that include:

- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with no premiums
- Company contribution to 401(k) plans
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid company holidays
- Wellness and cell phone credits
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
- Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company

About Copia:

Copia Power (“Copia”), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com.

At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.