📕 About Thryve.Earth

We are building a tech-enabled platform to seed and develop an order of magnitude more nature based carbon projects, delivering significant GHG positive outcomes and co-benefits in the long run. Our team comprises carbon specialists, scientists, product leaders, engineers, and business professionals. We are united by our love for nature and our commitment to learning and growth. We are venture-backed and in the process of expanding on our foundational team. Learn more about our story here.

🚁 Position Overview

As a Project Financing Associate, you will be a key contributor in enabling impactful projects through innovative financial strategies. This role requires financial expertise with a passion for environmental progress, giving you the opportunity to engage in dynamic project financing processes.

You will be responsible for supporting the project financing journey end to end (also spanning the breadth of strategic and commercial considerations), managing investor relations, and coordination with the broader Thryve team to ensure successful financing of the nature and tech based projects in Thrvye’s portfolio. You will be working with experienced professionals, and engaging with senior stakeholders.

📝 Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Analysis & Modeling
   • Building out sound and detailed project budgets by engaging with various stakeholders across Thryve and external teams.
   • Develop, maintain, and analyze complex financial models with just commercial assumptions, to assess project feasibility, profitability, and risk exposure.
   • Conduct sensitivity analyses, scenario modeling, and financial projections to guide decision-making and optimize financing structures.
   • Iterating upon the financial models and proactive structures, as per specific financier preferences and stage of the project.
2. Deal Structuring & Execution
   • Developing and implementing strategies for accessing and utilizing blended finance, combining concessional and non-concessional capital to address financing gaps across the projects and maximize impact.
   • Support the structuring of creative financing solutions, including debt, equity, structured finance arrangements, amongst other prevailing structures, to meet project-specific needs.
   • Assist in the preparation of term sheets, loan agreements, and financing proposals, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations.
3. Due Diligence & Risk Management
   • Support with in-depth due diligence on projects, with thoughtful and proactive preparation of financial, legal, and operational elements.
   • Collaborate with internal and external teams, including legal, tax, and project development teams, to mitigate risks and ensure smooth execution of financing deals.
4. Market Research & Industry Insights
   • Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory developments within the renewable energy and sustainability sectors.
   • Identify emerging opportunities for innovative financing models and support strategic decision-making by providing actionable insights.
5. Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
   • Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, financial institutions, project partners, and other key stakeholders.
   • Participate in client presentations, negotiations, and discussions, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the financing process.
   • Manage tracking and proactively engagement with a diversity of investors by building and sharing regular progress updates across various project workstreams, and through other forward-looking channels of active engagement.
6. Reporting & Documentation
   • Prepare comprehensive financial reports, investment memorandums, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
   • Collaborating with the team to prepare compelling grant proposals, loan applications, and other funding requests.
   • Ensure all documentation aligns with regulatory standards and accurately reflects project goals and financial structures.

Note – This position offers dynamic potential for professional development. Successful candidate can progressively expand their responsibilities and scope based on individual skills, interests, and demonstrated capabilities. The role is designed to be adaptive, allowing for personalized growth and increased organizational impact over time.

🎓 Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field. Advanced degrees (e.g., MBA, CFA) are a plus.