Associate/Senior Associate (South Korea)

INVESTMENT ASSOCIATE / SENIOR ASSOCIATE - SOUTH KOREA

Renewable Energy Platform

Location: South Korea (Seoul based)

Reports to: Investment Director

About Our Client

Our client is a leading pan-Asian renewable energy platform focused on developing and investing in utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage projects across the region. With an established presence in Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore, they are backed by a top-tier global infrastructure investment firm.

The Role

This is a position within the South Korea investment team. You will play a critical role in evaluating renewable energy investment opportunities, conducting financial analysis, and supporting project finance transactions across the region. This role offers direct exposure to utility-scale renewable energy projects and the opportunity to work alongside seasoned investment professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial modeling and analysis for renewable energy projects including solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems
• Review and adjust project finance models to reflect specific project requirements and structure
• Perform due diligence on potential investments including review of project documentation, power purchase agreements, and other commercial contracts
• Support the structuring and execution of project finance transactions
• Prepare investment committee materials and presentations
• Monitor portfolio company performance and conduct ongoing financial analysis
• Collaborate with technical, legal, and commercial teams to evaluate investment opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field
• 4 to 5 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, private equity, or infrastructure advisory
• Strong project finance fundamentals with hands-on financial modeling experience
• Experience modeling complex energy infrastructure projects (CCGT or similar thermal assets highly valued)
• Bilingual fluency in Korean and English (written and verbal)
• Proficient in Excel and financial modeling tools
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Preferred Experience

• Renewable energy project finance or advisory background
• Experience with non-recourse or limited recourse financing structures
• Understanding of power purchase agreements and energy market dynamics
• Exposure to investment decision-making processes
• CFA or relevant professional qualification