Job Description:

We seek an experienced fund manager to assist our company in establishing and managing a renewable energy fund. The ideal candidate should deeply understand fund structures in the European Union (particularly in Ireland, Luxembourg, and the United Kingdom) and China.

This position involves managing a large pool of funds, establishing effective fund structures, ensuring risk management, and maintaining investor confidence. Therefore, the candidate must fully know about European and Chinese fund frameworks and understand fund investment risks, contract structures, and fund exit mechanisms.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include:

Fund Structuring:

• Deep understanding of fund framework structures in Europe (especially in Ireland, Luxembourg, and the United Kingdom) and China, with the ability to recommend and assist in setting up the most suitable fund structure based on the company’s needs.
• Familiarity with contract structures and fund exit mechanisms, assisting in drafting and reviewing fund-related contracts in collaboration with legal
  counsel.
• Work closely with compliance officers and tax experts to establish a fund
  structure that minimizes risk.
• Establish the fund and ensure compliance with EU and Chinese regulatory requirements.

Investment Strategy:

• Design and execute an investment strategy focused on renewable energy projects, including Greenfield projects and building-in-process developments.
• Allocate the cash pool across various investment opportunities, balancing risk and return to achieve the fund’s objectives.
• Monitor the performance of investments, adjusting the portfolio as necessary to optimize returns and meet the fund’s financial goals.

Risk Management:

• Possess a deep understanding of fund investment risks.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies to
  mitigate potential risks associated with large-scale renewable energy
  investments.
• Continuously evaluate and manage risks related to market conditions,
  regulatory developments, and project execution to ensure optimal fund performance.

Maintaining Financing Channels and Capabilities:

• Establish and maintain extensive financing channels, including banks,
  insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, venture capital firms, financial institutions, etc.
• In investment decision-making, design reasonable financing structures, such as phased financing through bank loans, asset-backed securities (ABS), green bonds, or other financial instruments.
• Responsible for communication with investors, banks, and other financial
  institutions, ensuring funds are available on time and optimizing financing
  costs.

Investor Relations:

• Maintain and enhance investor confidence by providing transparent
  communication regarding the fund’s performance, strategy, and risk
  management.
• Prepare and present regular reports highlighting key achievements, challenges, and future outlooks to investors.

Market Research & Analysis:

• Analysing the project’s financing structure needs and determining the optimal capital structure (equity financing, debt financing, or hybrid financing) to maximize financial leverage and investment returns.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and financial analysis to identify investment opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and economic factors that could impact the fund’s investments.

Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure that all fund activities adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and
  governance standards in the relevant jurisdictions.
• Maintain thorough documentation and records of all investment decisions and fund operations.

Requirements and Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of fund structures and regulations in the EU (Ireland, Luxembourg, UK) and China.
• Strong knowledge of the renewable energy sector would be preferred.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, investment analysis, and portfolio management tools.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree (MBA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing large-scale investment funds.
• Proven experience managing a fund with a significant cash pool and a strong track record of successful investments.

Risk Management:

• Expertise in developing and implementing risk management strategies for large-scale investment funds.
• Ability to assess, monitor, and mitigate risks related to market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and project execution.

Investor Relations:

• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to build and maintain investor confidence.
• Experience in preparing detailed reports and presenting complex financial information to diverse stakeholders.

Leadership:

• Ability to lead a team of analysts and investment professionals, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to work independently while ensuring alignment with the fund’s objectives.

Certifications:

• CFA certification or progress towards obtaining it is strongly preferred.
• Any other relevant finance, investment management, or renewable energy certifications are advantageous.

Location:

• Ireland/China

Reports To:

• Finance Director

Job Types: Full-time